The USWNT has taken time to show its best form at the Olympics, but stepped up to beat the Dutch with dramatic win that featured several traits, for which this team has become known.
It finished 2-2 after extra time but USWNT goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher saved from Vivianne Miedema and Aniek Nouwen in the shootout to seal progress to the semifinals.
The United States haven't been at their best in the Olympics so far and face in-form Netherlands who scored 21 goals in three games during the group stages.