Australia are expected to challenge and Sam Kerr is a favourite to win the Golden Boot while Zambia are tipped to make waves
There are several really strong contenders, including England, but key players missing through injury make them less of a force. Australia will be galvanised by the home support and with a prolific goalscorer like Sam Kerr up top they could meet the USA, who I expect to top Group E, in the final, despite the reigning champions being a side in transition. Anita Asante
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