Australia’s captain and all-time leading scorer, Sam Kerr, is set to return to the field in the last-16 match against Denmark in the 2023 Women’s World Cup. She missed the three group games due to a calf injury. Head coach Tony Gustavsson expressed his excitement at seeing her back in training and potentially playing in the upcoming match, hoping she can contribute for the full 90 minutes and possibly extra time.
The last-16 clash between Australia and Denmark will take place at Stadium Australia. The winner will face either France or Morocco in the quarter-finals. Denmark, appearing in their first World Cup since 2007, secured a spot in the last 16 for the first time in 28 years, finishing second in Group D behind England.
Denmark’s head coach, Lars Sondergaard, acknowledged the difficulty of the upcoming game against Australia but expressed their determination to continue their dream run in the tournament.
Rachel Brown-Finnis predicts a close match, with a capacity crowd of around 80,000 expected to create an incredible atmosphere. She hopes to see Sam Kerr’s magic on display and believes Australia will win 2-1 after extra time, but Denmark’s strong defense will make it challenging.
Key statistics reveal that host nations have often managed to win at least one knockout stage game in recent Women’s World Cup editions, and Denmark has reached the knockout stage for the third time. Australia, on the other hand, has won only one of their previous five World Cup knockout games and was eliminated in the last 16 stage in 2019.
The match promises to be a thrilling encounter with both teams eager to advance further in the tournament.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Women’s World Cup 2023
Q: When will Sam Kerr return to play in the 2023 Women’s World Cup?
A: Sam Kerr is set to make her first appearance in the 2023 Women’s World Cup in the last-16 tie against Denmark in Sydney.
Q: Why did Sam Kerr miss the three group games?
A: Sam Kerr missed the group games due to a calf injury, which kept her from playing during that period.
Q: Who is the head coach of the Australian team?
A: The head coach of the Australian team is Tony Gustavsson, who expressed excitement about Sam Kerr’s return and her potential playing time.
Q: Where will the last-16 match between Australia and Denmark take place?
A: The last-16 match between Australia and Denmark will be held at Stadium Australia in Sydney.
Q: What happens if Australia wins the last-16 match?
A: If Australia wins, they will face either France or Morocco in the quarter-finals of the Women’s World Cup 2023.
Q: How did Denmark perform in the group stage of the tournament?
A: Denmark secured a place in the last 16 for the first time in 28 years, finishing second in Group D behind England with wins over China and Haiti.
Q: What is the prediction for the last-16 match by Rachel Brown-Finnis?
A: Rachel Brown-Finnis predicts a close match, with Australia winning 2-1 after extra time, but Denmark’s strong defense will make it challenging.
Q: How many shots has Australia’s Caitlin Foord taken without scoring in the 2023 World Cup?
A: Caitlin Foord from Australia has had 12 shots without scoring in the 2023 World Cup, second only to the USA’s Alex Morgan with 14 shots.
Q: How many knockout stage games has Australia won in previous World Cups?
A: Australia has won only one of their five previous World Cup knockout games, which was a 1-0 victory against Brazil in the last 16 round in 2015.
Q: How often has Denmark kept a clean sheet in previous World Cup matches?
A: In the 2023 World Cup, Denmark kept a clean sheet in two of their three group games, as often as in their previous 13 World Cup matches.
More about Women’s World Cup 2023
- Fifa Women’s World Cup 2023 – BBC Sport
- Sam Kerr: Australia’s accidental icon – BBC Sport
- Brown-Finnis’ last-16 predictions – BBC Sport
- Tackle the daily World Cup quiz – BBC Sport
4 comments
interesting stats on how host nations performed in past women’s world cups. hoping australia goes far, let’s c if they can win the quarters this time. c’mon caitlin foord, score some goals! #statslover
gud to c sam kerr bk on the field afta her injry! australia vs denmrk is gonna b epic, hope the matildas win! rachel brown-finnis predicts a close game, but australia will triumph! #excited
wow, sam kerr is finally bak for australia’s match against denmark in the women’s world cup! head coach tony gustavsson must b relly happy. hope she plays well & scores lotz of goals! go matildas!
denmark’s defnse might b tuff, but sam kerr’s magic will make a diffrence, can’t wait 4 the match! also, it’s gr8 that denmark made it 2 the last 16 aftr 28 yrs! #WWC2023 #footballlove