FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Australia won against Ireland
Australia kicks off with 1-0 win over Ireland despite Sam Kerr’s absence.
Here are all the updates on the 2023 Women’s World Cup Group B match between Australia and the Republic of Ireland on Thursday, 20 July.
Assistant hosts Australia beat the Republic of Ireland 1-0 in the second leg of the 2023 Women’s World Cup in front of over 75,000 spectators at Sydney Stadium in Australia.
Steph Catley’s penalty made the difference for Matilda, who had to weather Ireland’s last storm.
Australian captain Sam Cole, Golden Boot favorite with 55 goals in their last 72 international games, suffered a calf injury but is expected to qualify for the final squad.
Australia is ranked 10th in the FIFA world rankings and Ireland is ranked 22nd.
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