The Rondo, Women's Olympics edition: USWNT predictions, breakout players, and why Spain will win it all

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Ameé Ruszkai,Ryan Tolmich and Celia Balf

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The objective of the writers is to analyze and assess the likelihood of success for the USWNT in the Olympics, while also providing predictions for the forthcoming Paris Games.

This marks the true beginning of the Emma Hayes era for the USWNT, as the former Chelsea coach takes on the responsibility of reviving a struggling team upon her return to the United States. She aims to replace the aging generation with the abundant talent available to her, thereby setting the stage for a new chapter in the team’s journey.

The Olympics will be a real challenge, though. It seems unlikely any team will be able to topple Spain, and there's real talent across the board. With much to break down, GOAL enlisted INDIVISA's Celia Balf, global writer Amee Ruszkai, and U.S. writer Ryan Tolmich – all to discuss the USWNT's chances, Spain's dominance, Hayes' expectations and more in the Olympic Games edition of… The Rondo.