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Portugal Women vs Vietnam Women – Match preview, live stream, kick-off time, prediction, team news, lineups Portugal will face Vietnam with both aiming to secure their first points in the 2023 Fifa Women’s World Cup.  Portugal’s opening game saw them lose 1-0 to the Netherlands, while Vietnam were defeated by the USA 3-0. Kicking off their campaigns with losses means both teams will be desperate for a win and get three crucial points on the board. Match Preview Portugal World Cup campaign In their first appearance at the Women’s World Cup finals, Portugal were defeated by the 2019 runners-up, the…

Ireland out of the World Cup after loss to Canada Ireland got the game off to an incredible start, four minutes in the girls in green got on the scoring board after Katie McCabe scored a goal from a corner.  Ireland dominated most of the first half but just before the stroke of halftime, Canada were able to level it out – after a heartbreaking own goal by Connolly.  The second half saw three substitutions for Canada – and a new side, that dominated much of the half. The team were able to capitalise on possession in the second half…

USA Women vs Netherlands Women – Match preview, live stream, kick-off time, prediction, team news, lineups It’ll be one of the biggest games of the World Cup group stages as USA face the Netherlands in Wellington – a rematch of the 2019 Women’s World Cup.  The US won their opening game with a 3-0 win over Vietnam, whilst the Dutch managed to edge out Portugal.  Match preview USA World Cup campaign The five-time world champions began their 2023 World Cup campaign with a dominant 3-0 triumph against Vietnam. Sophia Smith displayed her brilliance, scoring twice in the first half, providing…

2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup fixtures for Thursday 27th July  Day 8 of the 2023 Women’s World Cup will see some hotly anticipated 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.  Thursday 27 July All times are BST  Group E: USA vs Netherlands (02:00, Wellington) – BBC One Group E: Portugal vs Vietnam (08:30, Hamilton) – ITV 1 Group B: Australia vs Nigeria (11:00, Brisbane) – BBC Two

Japan 2-0 Costa Rica: Former World Cup champions progress to Round of 16 Japan successfully secured their place in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup round of 16 by claiming a routine victory over Costa Rica. During the match, Hikaru Naomoto and Aoba Fujino scored within three minutes of each other in the first half, leading the 2011 champions to a well-deserved three points. Although Japan’s win put them on the verge of qualification, their progress to the knockout stages was dependent on Spain’s match against Zambia. Fortunately for both Japan and Spain, the latter secured a victory, ensuring the…

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Spain 5-0 Zambia: Spain progress to Round of 16 as they knock Zambia out  Spain continued to showcase their class and potential to go all the way in the Fifa 2023 Women’s World Cup as they thrashed Zambia, securing a spot in the last 16 with a match to spare. After their convincing 3-0 triumph over Costa Rica in their Group C opener, where they impressively attempted 46 shots on goal, the Spanish team continued their dominant form against Zambia. Teresa Abelleira set the tone with a remarkable long-range strike, putting Spain in the lead just nine minutes into the…

Canada Women vs Ireland Women – Match preview, live stream, kick-off time, prediction, team news, lineups Canada face Ireland in Perth at 13:00 BST on Wednesday as both teams hunt their first win of the 2023 Women’s World Cup. Canada were able to pick up a point in their opening game against Nigeria, but the Republic of Ireland are still looking to get a point on the board after they were narrowly beaten by the tournament co-hosts Australia. Match preview Canada World Cup campaign Canada’s World Cup journey began with frustration as they were unable to break the deadlock against…

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Tottenham Hotspur owner charged over alleged insider trading British billionaire and owner of Tottenham Hotspur Joe Lewis has been charged with “orchestrating a brazen insider trader scheme”, US attorney Damian Williams has said. Williams used a video announcement to accuse Lewis of using inside information to “shower gifts on his friends and lovers”. Joe Lewis “has been indicted and will face justice” in the Southern District of New York (SDNY), Williams said. The 86-year-old has voluntarily gone to the US to defend himself against the “ill-conceived charges.” A lawyer for the billionaire said charging Lewis was an “egregious error in…

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Spain Women vs Zambia Women – Match preview, live stream, kick-off time, prediction, team news, lineups Spain kicked off their 2023 Women’s World Cup campaign with a glorious 3-0 win. They will be hoping for a second consecutive win when they face Zambia at Eden Park on Wednesday. Spain beat Costa Rica 3-0 in their opening game, whilst Zambia’s first game saw a heavy 5-0 loss to Japan in their first-ever match at a Women’s World Cup. Match Preview Spain World Cup campaign Spain went into the World Cup on the back of six successive victories and opened their 2023…

Japan Women vs Costa Rica Women – Match preview, live stream, kick-off time, prediction, team news, lineups Japan will be looking to build upon their incredible start to the 2023 Women’s World Cup – where they beat Zambia 5-0 – on Wednesday when they face Costa Rica.  Costa Rica hasn’t had a great start to their campaign, after losing to Spain.  Match Preview Japan World Cup campaign It’s been a more than-perfect start for Japan after they cruised to a 5-0 victory over Panama.  Hinata Miyazawa, Mina Tanaka, Jun Endo and Riko Ueki guided Japan to a comfortable win. Japan…

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FIFA Women’s World Cup fixtures for Wednesday 26th July Day 7 of the 2023 Women’s World Cup will see some hotly anticipated 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.  Wednesday 26 July All times are BST  Group C: Japan vs Costa Rica (06:00, Dunedin) – ITV 1 Group C: Spain vs Zambia (08:30, Auckland) – BBC Two Group B: Canada vs Republic of Ireland (13:00, Perth) – ITV 1

2023 World Cup Reviews: New Zealand vs Philippines – debutants make a splash in shock win The Philippines have become the first debutants of the 2023 Women’s World Cup to pick up a win. The shocking win was well deserved as the Philippines worked hard and soaked in every moment. For New Zealand, who had their own shock win over Norway to kick off their campaign, it was a tough loss. Many thought they would win this game and set themselves up to progress out of the group stages.  Philippines defeat New Zealand in shock win The Philippines’ first-ever victory…

‘It’s always a tough day against him.’

2023 World Cup Reviews: Norway vs Switzerland – disappointing draw leaves Norway fighting for World Cup survival  Former champions Norway are battling to remain in the 2023 Women’s World Cup. Today’s game saw a disappointing goalless draw against Switzerland, which has left them at the bottom of Group A with just one more game to play.  Things didn’t start well for Norway as they suffered a surprising defeat against World Cup co-hosts New Zealand on the opening day. The loss meant they really needed to score today but couldn’t find the back of the net again.  Adding to their difficulties,…

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Al-Hilal make £259m offer for Kylian Mbappe Kylian Mbappe might be heading to the Saudi Pro League after a world record £259m bid for the PSG and France star. Saudi side Al-Hilal have permission to speak to Kylian Mbappe after making the world record bid. Mbappe, 24, has one year left on his contract with PSG having chosen not to sign an extension with the club. As a result, he was not selected for their pre-season tour to Japan. PSG want to sell Mbappe now rather see him leave for free next summer. Neymar’s £200m move from Barcelona to PSG…

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