Women's World Cup: What to expect on Day 23
And so we arrive at the quarter-final stage, with the all-European clash of Spain and the Netherlands getting things under way, followed by in-form Japan taking on Sweden, who eliminated the holders USA.
FIFA Women's World Cup Sport News
England's Lauren James handed two-match ban for red card against Nigeria
Lauren James has been handed a two-match ban for stamping on Nigeria player Michelle Alozie, meaning she will miss England's Women's World Cup quarter-final tie against Colombia, world soccer governing body FIFA said on Thursday.
Today at the World Cup: Lucy Bronze admit England not happy with performances
England are among eight nations still standing at the World Cup in Australia and New Zealand as preparations continue for their respective quarter-finals.
Dutch forward Lineth Beerensteyn: 'Big mouth' USA didn't do talking on pitch
Netherlands forward Lineth Beerensteyn pulled no punches about the absent United States squad at the Women's World Cup on Thursday, saying the two-times reigning champions should have done their talking on the pitch.
'World Cup bracket's right side has become the hardest' - Megan Campbell
Republic of Ireland international Megan Campbell believes England and France's side of the draw has arguably become the most difficult at the FIFA Women's World Cup.
Lucy Bronze England have more to give and will improve for Colombia in World Cup quarter-final
Defender Lucy Bronze admitted England "are not happy" with their World Cup performances so far but vowed the Lionesses will step up in Saturday's quarter-final against Colombia.
RTÉ Women's World Cup Podcast: Megan Campbell's quarter-finals verdict
Republic of Ireland international Megan Campbell joins Raf Diallo to review the FIFA Women's World Cup last-16 outcomes including the USA's early exit as well as looking ahead to the quarter-finals with all matches live on RTÉ.
France make light work of Morocco to set up a World Cup quarter-final with Australia
Eugenie Le Sommer netted a brace to lead France to a 4-0 victory over debutants Morocco in their last-16 match at the Women's World Cup, and into the quarter-finals for the third consecutive time.