No more small teams? Women's World Cup minnows closing the gap
AUCKLAND: With the opening round of group games completed, fears that a first 32-team Women's World Cup would see a flurry of embarrassing mismatches appear largely misplaced.
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AUCKLAND: With the opening round of group games completed, fears that a first 32-team Women's World Cup would see a flurry of embarrassing mismatches appear largely misplaced.
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AUCKLAND : High-flying Japan and Spain will be eager to build on dominant opening wins in the Women's World Cup by securing knockout berths with a game to spare on Wednesday while Canada face Ireland, needing a victory to ignite their campaign.
The Philippines made history at their first Women’s World Cup with their first goal and first win Tuesday, holding on under pressure to upset co-hosts New Zealand.
DUNEDIN, New Zealand : Japan forward Mina Tanaka said the Nadeshiko will be less nervous in their second Women's World Cup match against Costa Rica on Wednesday and are looking to improve even on their impressive performance in their opener against Zambia.
AUCKLAND : Spain are expecting anything but a walk in the park when they face Zambia in their second Women's World Cup match and key midfielder Alexia Putellas is ready to play a part if selected, coach Jorge Vilda said on Tuesday.
Group play in the Women's World Cup is moving into its crucial stage, and some nations could book their place in the round of 16 after only two matches.
WELLINGTON : Host city Wellington hopes the arrival of their Football Ferns will help stir more excitement for the Women's World Cup this week, as early matches failed to fill the 33,132-capacity Sky Stadium.