Canada Out of Soccer Medals, Basketball Teams Struggle

The Canadian women’s soccer team lost to Germany in the quarter-finals of the Paris Olympics on penalty kicks, marking the first time since 2012 that they will not return with a medal. Meanwhile, Canada's women’s 3x3 basketball team had a mixed performance, defeating Azerbaijan 21-19 but suffering overtime losses to the United States and Spain. Katherine Plouffe was a standout player for Canada, scoring significantly in both victories and losses. Despite these setbacks, the team remains confident and is set to play in the next round of games. In men’s basketball, Germany beat France 85-71, with strong performances from Dennis Schroder and Franz Wagner. The U.S. women's 3x3 basketball team, after a rough start, has rebounded with three consecutive wins, including a significant victory over Canada.