The final eight teams in the Women's World Cup represent a mix of traditional powers, previous champions, and first-time qualifiers. Germany, a two-time champion, has been eliminated from the tournament, along with Canada and Brazil. The quarterfinals present an opportunity for new teams to make their mark in the competition.
AP National Writer. Olympic gold medalist Canada was bounced, and Marta and her Brazil team were knocked out before she had a chance to become the first player to score in six World Cups.
England, the European champion, is the betting favorite on FanDuel Sportsbook. But a foolish and violent tackle by Lauren Jamesmeans the Lionesses will be without the star forward when they face Colombia. The Superpoderosas are feisty and were led by 18-year-old star Linda Caicedo into their first quarterfinals just four years after Colombia failed to even qualify for the tournament.
. Sweden, which dealt the United States its earliest exit in tournament history, has been to the semifinals three different times, including in 2019. Sweden goalie Zecira Musovic was spectacular against the United States; she had 11 saves in the 0-0 draw, helping Sweden advance 5-4 on penalty kicks.Japan is the only team remaining with a World Cup title and the Japanese have steamrolled their way into the quarterfinals.
More than 75,000 spectators attended the Matildas’ quarterfinal victory and the Sydney Opera House was alit in the yellow and green team colors. The pressure is on for the co-hosts to deliver.France slid under the early radar with a scoreless draw against Jamaica in the opening round, but Le Bleus have been a force since.
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