FIFA Women’s World Cup: Here Is Where Teams Stand After Day 2 Of The Final Group Stages
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Shannon O'Connor
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August 1, 2023
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The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup has been memorable, with many teams and players making their first tournament debuts. This week will see the group stages rounding off and the final 16 teams progress in the competition. Here is where teams stand after day two (July 31) of the final group stages: Group A: Switzerland Norway New Zealand Philippines The …
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Fifth Place For McSharry in World Final
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