Key Injuries Challenge Women's Soccer Teams at Paris Olympics
New rules allow quick replacements, helping teams manage intense competition and tight rosters.
- Germany's Alexandra Popp and France's Wendie Renard among notable injured players.
- Colombia's Catalina Usme and Japan's Aoba Fujino also face uncertain statuses.
- New rules permit teams to call up alternates with six hours' notice for matches.
- Rosters are limited to 18 players and four alternates, increasing injury impact.
- U.S. team already secured a quarterfinal spot despite injuries to key players.