World Cup Highlights Across History and Live 2023 Matches

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Australia and New Zealand host a monthlong celebration of world cup football with the grand finale set for August 20. Across 64 matches, the field will sort out this edition of the FIFA Women’s World Cup, the ninth chapter in the tournament’s history.

This marks a notable moment in women’s football history. The first women’s World Cup did not arrive until late 1991, held in China. The United States opened with two goals in the final, marking their first World Cup triumph. Michelle Akers emerged as the tournament’s top scorer with 10 goals, standing out as the leading scorer of the event.

France hosted the last edition in 2019, where the United States claimed their fourth title by defeating the Netherlands in the final and then beating Spain in the knockout rounds.

World Cup results live

As of 2023, Spain sits in Group C alongside Costa Rica, Japan, and Zambia. The format features eight groups, labeled A through H, each containing four teams for a total of 32 national squads.

Below is an updated calendar with the results from the 2023 World Cup matches.

Results of the 2023 Women’s World Cup today, 20 August

  • 12:00 | Spain – Sweden

All matches are available on RTVE Sports, Teledeporte, or RTVE Play.

World Cup calendar

On Thursday, July 20 the action kicked off with Group A featuring New Zealand 1-0 Norway, and Group B seeing Australia 1-0 Ireland. Friday, July 21 brought results in Group B as Nigeria and Canada drew, while Group A saw Philippines fall 0-2 to Switzerland.

Group C | Spain 3-0 Costa Rica

Images capture the moment as the Spanish team celebrates a goal, a moment documented by RFEF photographers.

Saturday, July 22 brought key matchups: Group E featured USA 3-0 Vietnam, Group C saw Zambia concede five to Japan, and Group D had England take a 1-0 win over Haiti with a later Denmark victory over China.

Sunday, July 23 delivered Sweden’s 2-1 win over South Africa in Group G, followed by the Netherlands’ 1-0 victory over Portugal in Group E, and Group F saw France and Jamaica draw 0-0.

Monday, July 24 included Italy’s 1-0 win against Argentina in Group G, and Germany hammered Morocco 6-0 in Group H, while Group F had Brazil defeat Panama 4-0.

Tuesday, July 25 showcased Canada’s 2-0 victory over the Republic of Ireland in Group B, plus Japan’s 2-0 win over Costa Rica in Group C. Group C later highlighted Spain’s 5-0 triumph over Zambia.

Thursday, July 27 featured a 1-1 draw between USA and Netherlands in Group E, Portugal’s 2-0 win over Vietnam, and a 2-3 loss for Australia to Nigeria in Group B.

Friday, July 28 saw Argentina and South Africa drawing 2-2 in Group G, England defeating Denmark 1-0 in Group D, and China edging Haiti 1-0 in Group D.

Saturday, July 29 included Sweden’s 5-0 victory over Italy in Group F, France’s 2-1 win against Brazil, and Jamaica’s 1-0 loss to Panama in Group F. Sunday July 30 featured a 1-0 Korea defeat of Morocco in Group H, Norway’s big 6-0 win over Philippines, and Germany’s 2-1 victory over Colombia in Group H.

Monday, July 31 highlighted Costa Rica’s 1-3 loss to Zambia in Group C, and a dramatic 4-0 Japan win over Spain in Group C. Canada’s 0-4 loss to Australia marked a tough moment for Group B, while Republic of Ireland and Nigeria drew 0-0 in Group B.

Tuesday, August 1 included Portugal 0-0 USA and Vietnam 0-7 Netherlands in Group E, along with England’s 6-1 win over China and Denmark’s 2-0 victory over Haiti in Group D.

Wednesday, August 2 brought Argentina 0-2 Sweden and South Africa 3-2 Italy in Group G, plus Brazil 0-0 Jamaica and Panama 3-6 France in Group F.

Thursday, August 3 saw Korea 1-1 Germany in Group H and Morocco 1-0 Colombia in Group G, continuing a week of decisive group-stage outcomes.

World Cup History (I) | China 1991: United States, first champion

The tournament has grown from a modest debut to a global spectacle. The United States secured the first title in 1991, a landmark moment that set the tone for the sport’s rise on the world stage. The early heroes helped shape the sport’s trajectory and inspired generations to pursue football at the highest level.

last 16 matches

Saturday, August 05 featured Switzerland defeating Spain 5-1 and Japan beating Norway 3-1. Sunday, August 06 saw the Netherlands advance past South Africa, while a dramatic penalties outcome kept the United States in contention after a 0-0 draw with Sweden. Monday, August 07 included England’s 4-2 win over Nigeria and Australia’s 2-0 victory against Denmark. Tuesday, August 08 presented France’s 4-0 win over Morocco and Colombia’s 1-0 win against Jamaica.

World Cup History (II) | Sweden 1995: double award for Norway

The tournament continued to feature bold performances and memorable matches. The quarterfinals included Spain’s 2-1 win over the Netherlands and Japan’s 1-2 loss to Sweden, with Australia overcoming France after a shootout and England taking a 2-1 win against Colombia in another tense knockout moment.

World Cup History (III) | United States of America 1999: a painful finale and a legacy forever

Semi-finals saw Spain defeat Sweden 2-1, followed by Australia’s 3-1 loss to England as the competition moved toward its later stages. The 1999 event left a lasting imprint on the women’s game and its enduring drive for equality and global reach.

World Cup History (IV) | United States 2003: Last golden goal wins Germany championship

The third place decider pitted Sweden against Australia, with Sweden claiming a 2-0 victory. The final crown was decided in dramatic fashion as the United States reached the peak once more, cementing a notable era in the competition’s history.

World Cup History (V) | United States 2007: growing parity and new champions

The journey through the late 2000s showed developing parity across teams and a widening field of contenders. Each edition added to the narrative of a sport expanding beyond its traditional boundaries, bringing new stars and unforgettable moments to fans around the world.

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