The women's soccer World Cup has kicked off in Australia and New Zealand, with both teams clinching victories in the opening matches. The tournament is being co-hosted for the first time. An unprecedented 32 teams are gunning for the title.
In Auckland, New Zealand beat former champion Norway in front of more than 40,000 fans.
Forward Hannah Wilkinson pounced in the second half to secure her country's first-ever win at a World Cup.
In Sydney, Australia's match against Ireland attracted a crowd of more than 75,000.
The Matildas made the most of a penalty kick to secure a 1-0 victory.
Japan won the World Cup back in 2011, and many fans are hoping the team can achieve victory once again.
The final is scheduled for August 20 in Sydney.
In Auckland, New Zealand beat former champion Norway in front of more than 40,000 fans.
Forward Hannah Wilkinson pounced in the second half to secure her country's first-ever win at a World Cup.
In Sydney, Australia's match against Ireland attracted a crowd of more than 75,000.
The Matildas made the most of a penalty kick to secure a 1-0 victory.
Japan won the World Cup back in 2011, and many fans are hoping the team can achieve victory once again.
The final is scheduled for August 20 in Sydney.
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Summary
Women's Soccer World Cup co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand; both teams started with victories in the opening matches. Teams: 32, Final on Aug 20 in Sydney. New Zealand beat Norway (40k fans), while Australia defeated Ireland (75k crowds) via penalty kicks. Fans anticipate Japan to win again
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20230721_02/
Date: July 21, 2023
Created: 2023/07/21 07:39
Updated: 2025/12/09 01:45
Last Read: 2023/07/21 08:12