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Japan slice up Norway to book WWC quarter-final

Japan slice up Norway to book WWC quarter-final

Hinata Miyazawa now leads the Women's World Cup golden boot race with five after scoring in Japan's round of 16 win over Norway.

Spain thrash Switzerland to reach World Cup QF

Spain thrash Switzerland to reach World Cup QF

Spain thrash Switzerland to reach World Cup QF

Spain thrash Switzerland to reach World Cup QF

Spain are the first team through to the Women's World Cup quarter-finals after Aitana Bonmati led the world No.6 team to a 5-1 rout of Switzerland.

World Cup heavyweights raring for knockout stage

World Cup heavyweights raring for knockout stage

World Cup heavyweights raring for knockout stage

World Cup heavyweights raring for knockout stage

The Netherlands hope to remind everyone of their quality when they face South Africa in the Women's World Cup round of 16, while Sweden can knock out the USA.

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Fowler prepared to step up in Women's World Cup

Fowler prepared to step up in Women's World Cup

Young gun Mary Fowler will likely have a key role again in Australia's attack against Denmark and plans to take the opportunity with both hands.

No regrets for NRLW's would-be Matildas star Gallagher

No regrets for NRLW's would-be Matildas star Gallagher

Sheridan Gallagher could have been a Matildas star but she's thrown her lot in with the NRLW.

Matildas ready to seize opportunity as WWC opens up

Matildas ready to seize opportunity as WWC opens up

Australia are determined to seize the opportunity of a lifetime at their home Women's World Cup as big names bomb out early.

Norway welcome striker headache ahead of Japan clash

Norway welcome striker headache ahead of Japan clash

Star striker Ada Hegerberg could return for Norway against Japan while Spain take on Switzerland in the Women's World Cup round of 16.

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'Chief' Randy Waldrum has Super Falcons soaring

'Chief' Randy Waldrum has Super Falcons soaring

'Chief' Randy Waldrum has Super Falcons soaring

'Chief' Randy Waldrum has Super Falcons soaring

Nigeria, headed by Texas-born coach Randy Waldrum, have defied an ongoing pay dispute and nightmare draw to emerge as one of the World Cup's feel-good stories.

Morocco stun Colombia to secure spot in WWC round of 16

Morocco stun Colombia to secure spot in WWC round of 16

Morocco stun Colombia to secure spot in WWC round of 16

Morocco stun Colombia to secure spot in WWC round of 16

Germany have been sent packing from the Women's World Cup after Morocco pulled of a shock 1-0 win over Colombia in Perth.

Two-time winners Germany in shock exit from World Cup

Two-time winners Germany in shock exit from World Cup

Two-time winners Germany in shock exit from World Cup

Two-time winners Germany in shock exit from World Cup

Germany have drawn 1-1 with South Korea in Brisbane to miss the knockout phase of the World Cup for the first time.

Firing without Kerr gives Matildas extra belief

Firing without Kerr gives Matildas extra belief

Firing without Kerr gives Matildas extra belief

Firing without Kerr gives Matildas extra belief

Sam Kerr shapes as a welcome inclusion for the Matildas against Denmark in the World Cup last 16, to add to an attack that has found a way to fire without her.

Former Matildas coach Alen Stajcic to lead Perth Glory

Former Matildas coach Alen Stajcic to lead Perth Glory

Former Matildas coach Alen Stajcic to lead Perth Glory

Former Matildas coach Alen Stajcic to lead Perth Glory

Perth Glory have appointed Alen Stajcic as coach on a three-year deal, with the former Matildas mentor replacing the departed Ruben Zadkovich.

Jamaica end World Cup career of Brazil legend Marta

Jamaica end World Cup career of Brazil legend Marta

Jamaica end World Cup career of Brazil legend Marta

Jamaica end World Cup career of Brazil legend Marta

Brazil legend Marta's Women's World Cup career is over after Jamaica hung on for a 0-0 draw in their final group game in Melbourne.

Super South Africa send Italy packing from World Cup

Super South Africa send Italy packing from World Cup

Super South Africa send Italy packing from World Cup

Super South Africa send Italy packing from World Cup

South Africa have overcome a double from Arianna Caruso to beat Italy 3-2 in Wellington to qualify for the knockout stage of the Women's World Cup.

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France hit Panama for six in warm-up for last 16

France have put Panama to the sword to claim a 6-3 win and finish top of Group F at the Women's World Cup.

Kgatlana shares heartbreak after historic World Cup win

South Africa scored a stunning 3-2 comeback win over Italy on Wednesday in Wellington to seal progression at the Women's World Cup at the Europeans' expense.

Sweden beat Argentina, lock in USA clash

Sweden will take on the United States in Melbourne in the Women's World Cup round of 16 after beating Argentina 2-0 to seal top spot in Group G.

Germany ready for high-stakes WWC South Korea clash

Germany have to beat South Korea to ensure they reach the Women's World Cup knockout phase while Colombia take on Morocco trying to top Group H.

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Hunt ready to marshall Matildas defence against Denmark

The Matildas take on Denmark in the Women's World Cup round of 16 and relative newcomer Clare Hunt is ready to shine on the big stage.

Denmark brace for Sam Kerr and 'perfect' Matildas

Denmark have made it through to the Round of 16 at a Women's World Cup for the first time since 1995, and they're determined to end Australia's campaign.

Lifeless World Cup showing shows US fallibility

Vlatko Andonovski's side looked a shadow of the US team that won the World Cup at the last two tournaments in their 0-0 draw with Portugal on Tuesday.

Denmark beat Haiti 2-0, set up clash with Matildas

Denmark have beaten Haiti 2-0 in Perth to book a place in the Women's World Cup last 16 against Australia in Sydney next Monday.

England hit six to top group D as James steals the show

Two goals and three assists for Lauren James steered England to a 6-1 win over China in a meeting of the European and Asian champions, sealing Group D top spot.

Cup champions US given almighty scare against Portugal

Portugal forward Ana Capeta has come within inches of knocking out Women's World Cup champions the US, with the Americans progressing with a 0-0 draw.

Netherlands rout Vietnam 7-0 to beat US for top spot

Netherlands rising star Esmee Brugts scored two wonder goals in her team's 7-0 rout of Vietnam in Dunedin.

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