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England 1-0 Denmark: Wondergirl Lauren James shines but Keira Walsh stretchered off England are close to booking their place in the Last 16 – having won both their opening games. The start of England vs Denmark showed the Lionesses at their absolute best, a wonderful strike from Lauren James saw England go 1-0 up in just six minutes. But before the first half ended, England started to look a little wobbly suggesting not all the issues with the defence have been ironed out. And then came a massive blow. England’s star midfielder Keira Walsh – arguably the best central midfielder…

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China 1-0 Haiti: China beat Haiti despite red card in frustrating game Haiti has been robbed of two penalties in a game that saw China go 1-0 up despite only having 10 players for more than an hour. It marks China’s first victory at the 2023 Women’s World Cup as they beat Haiti in Group D. The win for China means England, who beat Denmark 1-0 earlier on Friday, have not yet qualified for the Round of 16. China’s midfielder Zhang Rui was shown a red card 29 minutes for a dangerous knee-high challenge on Haiti’s Sherly Jeudy. China managed…

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Keira Walsh leaves England v Denmark on stretcher with knee injury The Guardian says Keira Walsh has sustained what appeared to be a serious knee injury during England’s World Cup game against Denmark. The midfielder was in tears when taken off on a stretcher before half-time. The Barcelona midfielder, a key part of England’s success at last year’s Euros and a vital element of the first XI at this tournament, twisted awkwardly after stretching to intercept a pass. She could be seen telling medical staff: “I’ve done my knee.” Three members of England’s Euros squad – Leah Williamson, Beth Mead…

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England vs Denmark LIVE: Women’s World Cup latest score after Lauren James goal and Keira Walsh injury The Independent says England continue their Women’s World Cup campaign against Denmark in a crunch Group D clash in Sydney. The Lionesses got their tournament underway with a narrow 1-0 win against Haiti, but they were reliant on a Georgia Stanway penalty and a key save from Mary Earps as Sarina Wiegman said her side lacked “ruthlessness” in front of goal. The European champions, who have now not scored a goal from open play in three matches, will need to improve as they…

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Heartbreak for England as superstar midfielder Keira Walsh stretchered off Keira Walsh – one of the best midfielders in the world – has been stretched off during the England vs Denmark game at the 38th minute. Walsh, who plays for England and Barcelona, 26 appeared to injury her knee and looked distressed before signalling to the bench she needed to be taken off. She appeared to say: “I’ve done my knee” England are already without major key players due to ACL injuries- including captain Leah Williamson, Beth Mead and Fran Kirby. Walsh left the pitch when the Lionesses were leading…

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England Women vs Denmark Women – Match preview, live stream, kick-off time, prediction, team news, lineups England will be looking to have a much more dominant game – with more clinical action in front of goal. The Lionesses only narrowly beat Haiti during their opening match and will face their toughest group opponent Denmark on Friday. Denmark also won their opening match – beating China 1-0. With both teams having only narrow victories, setting the tone and winning this match will be the aim for both teams.  Group D: England vs Denmark (09:30, Sydney) – BBC Match preview England World Cup campaign …

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Argentina Women vs South Africa Women – Match preview, live stream, kick-off time, prediction, team news, lineups Argentina face South Africa on Friday at the Dunedin Stadium where both teams will be looking to get their first points on the board – having both lost their opening matches. Argentina were narrowly beaten by Italy, whilst South Africa suffered a defeat to Sweden. Group G: Argentina vs South Africa (01:00, Dunedin) – ITV Match Preview Argentina World Cup campaign Argentina’s dream of progressing past the group stages for the first time suffered a setback in their World Cup opener. In a tight first…

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2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup fixtures for Friday 28th July Day 9 of the 2023 Women’s World Cup will see some BIG games take place. It’s been high drama since the tournament – the biggest women’s World Cup ever- kicked off. There’s been plenty of goals, many penalties and some hard-fought battles. England are back in action for their second match of the group stages – and what’s likely to be their toughest group stage match. Friday 28 July All times are BST Group G: Argentina vs South Africa (01:00, Dunedin) – ITV Group D: England vs Denmark (09:30, Sydney)…

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Nigeria 3-2 Australia: Nigeria beat tournament co-hosts to rocket to top of Group B Nigeria beat tournament co-hosts Australia in a dramatic and entertaining match that has left the Matildas fighting to qualify for the Round of 16.  Australia took the lead, thanks to Emily van Egmond’s goal off Caitlin Foord’s pass. But Nigeria quickly levelled the score with Uchenna Kanu’s composed finish, just a few minutes later.  In the second half, Osinachi Ohale’s header gave Nigeria the edge, making it 2-1. A mix-up between Australia’s Alanna Kennedy and Mackenzie Arnold gifted Asisat Oshoala a goal. An Australian late goal from…

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2023 Women’s World Cup: USA 1-1 Netherlands: Wasteful US could see major upset USA captain Lindsey Horan rescued the defending champions at the 2023 Women’s World Cup as the Netherlands threatens an upset. New Manchester City signing Jill Roord gave the Dutch hope with goal from the edge of the box in the 17th minute Despite a 13-match winning streak on the world stage, the US struggled against a solid Netherlands defence until Horan’s crucial header from a corner in the second half. USA tops Group E with four points, the same amount as the Netherlands but sit at the…

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