The Fifa Women’s World Cup 2023 in Australia and New Zealand is poised to move into the quarterfinals stage. Following this, the football tournament’s last-eight phase will see four matches taking place on August 11 and August 12.
As the Women’s World Cup 2023 is nearing its quarterfinals, Netherlands is currently in the lead with 9 points. Following closely is Sweden with 7 points.
In the most wide open World Cup in history, Colombia and France were the last two teams to clinch quarter-final berths Tuesday evening, joining Spain, the Netherlands, Japan, Sweden, Australia and England to close the curtain on a breathtaking first two rounds full of delicious twists and turns.
August 11
Spain vs The Netherlands, 1pm (01:00 GMT) – Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington, New Zealand
Spain thrashed Switzerland 5-1 while the Netherlands beat South Africa 2-0 in the Round of 16.
Japan vs Sweden, 7:30pm (7:30 GMT) – Eden Park, Auckland, New Zealand
Red-hot Japan defeated Norway 3-1 while Sweden knocked out the United States in a thrilling 5-4 penalty shootout after a goalless draw to reach the quarterfinals.
August 12
Australia vs France, 5pm (07:00 GMT) – Lang Park, Brisbane, Australia
Australia cruised past Denmark 2-0 while France easily beat Morocco 4-0 to set up the third quarterfinal clash.
England vs Colombia, 8:30pm (10:30 GMT) – Stadium Australia, Sydney, Australia
England defeated Nigeria 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a 0-0 draw, while Colombia secured a 1-0 victory over Jamaica to reach the final eight for the first time in their history.