The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup continued Monday with a matchup between Group A’s New Zealand and the Philippines at Wellington Regional Stadium in New Zealand.
The Philippines had a historic night as the team won its first-ever Women’s World Cup game. The road to victory got started when Sarina Bolden knocked in a perfect header in the first half, the first-ever goal scored by the Philippines in the FIFA Women’s World Cup.
New Zealand had several good looks throughout the game, including a goal in the second half that was called off due to an offside call.
Check out the highlights!
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New Zealand vs. Philippines highlights
Check out the highlights as New Zealand and the Philippines squared off in a 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup matchup.
68’: Offside call
A short-lived moment of glory for New Zealand was reversed by an offside call.
63’: Too close for comfort
It was a close call for Jacqui Hand, whose shot went just off the post.
60′: Cleared out
Olivia McDaniel made a nice slide move to clear the ball and stop a fast approaching Hannah Wilkinson.
57′: Another close call
New Zealand was trying everything it could to get its first goal of the match, and just missed with a header attempt from Hannah Wilkinson.
37′: Maximum effort
Katie Bowen put all her power into this shot as New Zealand tried to get on the board before the half.
24′: GOAL!
The Philippines got on the board first as Sarina Bolden scored on a perfect header. It marked the first-ever goal scored by the Philippines in the FIFA Women’s World Cup.
Philippines’ Sarina Bolden scores a goal vs. New Zealand
Watch Philippines’ Sarina Bolden score a goal against New Zealand in the 24′ in the 2023 Women’s FIFA World Cup.
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Setting the stage
The “World Cup NOW” crew previewed the match live on Twitter ahead of kickoff.
Representing her country
New Zealand standout Ali Riley shares why she is so proud to represent her country in this year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup.
Check out the full Women’s World Cup schedule and how to watch each match live here. Find the latest scores here.
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