Five things to know about U.S. Olympic women’s soccer goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher

She’s the last stop between elation and potential misery.

While every member of the U.S. Olympic women’s soccer team is under some degree of pressure, it can be said that no one is under greater pressure than goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher.

The good news for the Americans is that this isn’t the first go-around at the Olympic Games for the 36-year-old who was described by teammate Mallory Swanson as an “extremely detailed-oriented person.”

But who is she? And why is she the best choice for the U.S. women in goal? Before the team kicks off Thursday against Zambia (3 p.m. ET, Peacock) here are five things you should know about

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