New Zealand and Australia fans were jubilant after both host countries claimed victories on the opening day of the Women’s World Cup. After the buildup, the action finally got under way and the Football Ferns shocked Norway while Australia beat the Republic of Ireland. One fan admitted ‘he was pleasantly surprised’, having expected his team to ‘get whipped’ while others were already looking ahead to the next game in the tournament.
New Zealand’s Hannah Wilkinson stuns Norway in Women’s World Cup opener
Catley holds nerve as Australia start Women’s World Cup by beating Ireland
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