For many, the game was the most-anticipated of the tournament. The number-one-ranked US team against the host and co-favorite, France.
As the game ended with a score of 2 to 1, fans at The Field House erupted in cheers.
"They played with a lot of heart tonight," said James Gordon, Fort Worth, Texas.
William Knight, also visiting from Fort Worth, Texas said, "France has got a good squad. (Megan) Rapinoe was phenomenal, stepped it up."
"Great game. Happy to move on. England is going to be tough but the US team looks great tonight and I think they're ready for them," said Jen McGovern.
The US women's team now moves on to the semi-finals and a matchup with England on Tuesday.
The team includes two players with local ties, Julie Ertz, Philadelphia and Carli Lloyd, Delran, NJ.