In the Women's soccer World Cup, it was disappointment for Japan as its hard-driving squad lost to Sweden 2-1 in the quarterfinal.

Japan's players started off looking different from previous games, and couldn't seem to find their rhythm.
Sweden made a breakthrough in the 32nd minute from a free kick. Amanda Ilestedt took it home.
That was the first time Japan allowed an opening goal in the tournament.
Five minutes into the second half, Sweden was awarded a penalty for a handball.
Filippa Angeldal doubled her team's tally.
That had Nadeshiko Japan gearing up for their attacks, though they had trouble penetrating Sweden's defense.
A penalty gave Japan a golden opportunity in the 74th minute but an effort by substitute Ueki Riko fell short.

In the 87th minute, a strike by another substitute, Hayashi Honoka, finally found the back of the net.

After the match, Miyazawa Hinata expressed disappointment but looked to the future.
She was the Nadeshiko's top scorer for the tournament.
Miyazawa said "I want to train hard every day to improve my skills so that I can come back to play again in the next tournament."

Meanwhile, across Japan, fans gathered to watch the match and offered words of encouragement.
A man said, "It was a tough game, so I really want to tell each player -- well done!"
A girl said, "Nadeshiko Japan fought to the end with pride. I am really glad that I cheered them on."