Photos ⬇ FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 Co-host, Australia, have kicked off their campaign to a beautiful start with a lone goal triumph over the Republic of Ireland, thanks to the goal by Stephanie Catley from the penalty spot.
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Stephanie Catley of Australia celebrates after scoring the only goal of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 match between Australia and Republic of Ireland on Thursday 20 July, 2023 |
The Matildas were in full control of the encounter from kick off, and moved the ball in defence and through the midfield confidently.
The encounter recorded an attendance of 75,784.
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