October 11, 2024
France Ends Morocco’s Run; Colombia Advances in Women’s World Cup

France Ends Morocco’s Run; Colombia Advances in Women’s World Cup

France and Colombia have secured their spots in the quarterfinals of the FIFA Women’s World Cup, capturing victory today.

France’s formidable presence shattered Morocco’s fairy-tale journey with a commanding 4-0 win, asserting their dominance in the tournament.

The French squad delivered a breathtaking performance in Adelaide, overpowering newcomer Morocco with a rapid succession of goals by Kadidiatou Diani, Kenza Dali, and Eugenie Le Sommer, all within the opening 25 minutes.

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Le Sommer further solidified their triumph with a second goal in the 70th minute, expertly converting a flawless cross from the rising star Vicki Becho.

The stage is now set for an epic quarterfinal clash as France prepares to face co-hosts Australia in Brisbane on August 10.

The Matildas, overcoming a sluggish start, secured their coveted spot in the quarterfinals by triumphing over Denmark with a 2-0 victory on August 07.

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Meanwhile, Colombia scripted history with an extraordinary performance, advancing to the quarterfinals after a heart-pounding 1-0 victory against Jamaica in a captivating round of 16 bout.

Their remarkable win paves the way for a high-octane showdown against England in Sydney on August 10. Colombia’s enthralling style of play and fervent fan support have propelled them into the spotlight during their third World Cup appearance, making them the sole representatives of the Americas in the upcoming draw.

While Jamaica’s remarkable journey may have concluded, they leave an indelible mark on the tournament, achieving their inaugural World Cup victory against Panama and exhibiting resilience against formidable opponents like France and Brazil.

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