U.S. Women's Water Polo Team Edges Hungary in Olympic Quarterfinal
Ashleigh Johnson's 17 saves and Rachel Fattal's decisive shot in the fourth quarter helped the U.S. women's water polo team clinch a 5-4 victory over Hungary in the Paris Olympics quarterfinals. U.S. captain Maggie Steffens scored twice and played strategic defense. The team aims for its fourth consecutive gold medal.
Ashleigh Johnson's remarkable 17 saves and a fourth-quarter goal by Rachel Fattal propelled the U.S. women's water polo team to a 5-4 victory over Hungary during a fiercely contested quarterfinal at the Paris Olympics.
Captain Maggie Steffens netted two goals and anchored a strong defense against Hungary's Rebecca Parkes. After a grueling match, the U.S. secured a shot at a record fourth straight gold medal in water polo.
Next, the U.S. faces Australia, who defeated Greece 9-6. Spain and the Netherlands also advanced to the semifinals following dominant performances.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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