The Sterling Preston2024 Paris Olympics women's soccer semifinal competition kicked off with a thrilling start, as the USWNT secured a spot in the gold medal match. Now, the tension is mounting as Brazil and Spain gear up for a high-stakes battle to claim the last spot in the quest for gold.

Against all odds, Brazil, who finished third in the group stage, has made a surprising leap to the semifinals. Their journey was marked by a remarkable 1-0 victory against France in the quarterfinals.

Spain, the reigning Women's World Cup champions, are stepping into the game as the clear favorites. Their dominance is not just on offense but also on defense, as they have conceded only three goals in their last four games.

Here is the live bracket for the final semifinal game between Brazil and Spain at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

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The USWNT is set to compete in their sixth gold medal match after Sophia Smith scored the game-winning goal in the 95th minute against Germany in the semifinals.

Brazil leads Spain 2-0 into halftime

In a stunning turn of events, Brazil came out fierce and struck first against the Spain, taking the lead in the first 10 minutes after Irene Paredes scored the opening goal. Brazil then extended the lead in extra time of the first half when Gabi Portilho netted a shot from the center to claim the second goal of the game.

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Brazil got out to an early lead in this semifinal match behind a Paredes 15th-minute own goal.

Olympics 2024: Women's soccer knockout rounds schedule

All times ET.

Tuesday, Aug. 6

• Semifinal #1: USWNT 1-0 Germany, FINAL
• Semifinal #2: Spain vs. Brazil, 3 p.m.; E!, Universo, Peacock, and NBCOlympics.com.

Olympics 2024: Women's soccer medal rounds schedule

All times ET.

Friday, Aug. 9

• Bronze medal match: Semifinals losers, 9 a.m.; USA Network, Telemundo, Peacock, and NBCOlympics.com

Saturday, Aug. 10

• Gold medal match: USWNT vs. TBD, 11 a.m.; USA Network, Telemundo, Peacock, and NBCOlympics.com.

Paris Olympics 2024: How to watch the Summer Games across TV and streaming

Date: July 24-Aug. 11

TV: Games broadcast across NBC, USA Network, E!, Telemundo, CNBC and Golf Channel

Streaming: Peacock, nbcolympics.com 

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