Women's World Cup: Neatherlands beat Vietnam 7-0 as US avoid upset
The Netherlands scored four times in a torrid 15-minute first-half stretch, overwhelming Vietnam 7-0 in the Women’s World Cup on Tuesday and sealing first place in Group E.
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US failed to take advantage of chances in Portugal draw, says Morgan
AUCKLAND : Missed opportunities nearly derailed the United States' title defence at the Women's World Cup on Tuesday, as co-captain Alex Morgan said the Americans were unhappy with a goalless draw against Portugal, even as they advanced to the last 16.
Netherlands delight in crushing Vietnam and topping group
Esmee Brugts netted two long-range stunners as the Netherlands rediscovered their scoring touch in a crushing win over Vietnam, reaching the Women's World Cup round of 16 in style and locking up top spot in Group E from the USA on goal difference.
Defending champions USA saved by the post and stumble through to knockout stages
The United States reached the knockout stages of the Women's World Cup with a 0-0 draw against Portugal on Tuesday, surviving a late onslaught from the tournament debutants to keep their title defence alive at Eden Park.
US survive Portugal scare to reach last 16 at Women's World Cup
The USA struggled to impose themselves against opponents ranked 21st in the world and appearing at their first World Cup, and Portugal almost won the game in injury time when substitute Ana Capeta hit the post.
Brazil great Marta not ready to go home from sixth Women's World Cup
MELBOURNE: After appearing in six Women's World Cups through a glittering career, Marta may be set for her last match for Brazil if the team fall short in their danger game against Jamaica.
US stumble into knockout stages after 0-0 draw with Portugal
AUCKLAND : The United States held on by a thread to keep their Women's World Cup title defence alive on Tuesday, stumbling into the knockout stages with a 0-0 draw against debutants Portugal at Eden Park.
Dutch delight in 7-0 romp over Vietnam to reach World Cup knockouts
DUNEDIN, New Zealand : Esmee Brugts netted two long-range stunners as the Netherlands rediscovered their scoring touch in a crushing 7-0 win over Vietnam on Tuesday, reaching the Women's World Cup knockouts in style and locking up top spot in Group E on goal difference.