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Lionesses end the Matildas’ run to reach the Women’s World Cup final for the first time and set up a clash with Spain.

England have reached their first Women’s World Cup final after a 3-1 victory over Australia, despite a wonder goal from Matildas striker Sam Kerr as the co-hosts’ fairytale run came to an end. Attacking midfielder Ella Toone gave England a first-half lead on Wednesday, but a stunning strike from captain Kerr, making her first start of the tournament, squared things up after half-time as Stadium Australia erupted in euphoria.

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Norway are not among the favourites to win this 2023 World Cup tournament in Australia and New Zealand, but they do have a team that could go far, with the qualities they possess.

Experienced coach Hege Riise, once herself a World Cup winner back in 1995, do have a grand final vs. Philippines to hopefully be able to fix a win, should be more than possible.

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