Australia Women are looking to book their spots in the Quarterfinals by winning their knockout round against Denmark Women. Australia finished on top of their group earning six points, winning twice and losing once. As for Denmark, they finished their group at the second spot, having six points, also winning twice and losing once. Moreover, this is not the first time that these two will meet in their history, as they already met for four times. They first met each other in 1995, and from those meetings, Denmark is the one with advantage. Denmark won thrice, while Australia only won once, while the remaining one game ended in a draw. This meeting will be on August 7, 2023, at 6:30 PM (GMT+8).
Australia Women
Australia’s finish in their group stage in the World Cup at the top, which is the first time ever in their history. This result is not surprising, as they are having a good run coming into this game. They were able to win 11 of their last 13 games across all contests, where they kept a clean sheet in eight of those matches. Moreover, this top finish is what gave Australia a qualification for the next round, ahead of Nigeria, Canada, and Ireland. Their run in the eliminations is not smooth though, as they were already on the verge if elimination. Fortunately, they rallied their way through the knockout stage, winning against Canada in an important match. Now that they are aiming for a spot in the quarterfinals, their focus is now shifted to show their opponents their full potential.
Following their last match in the group stage, Australia could name the same squad for this match. Sam Kerr, who suffered a calf problem, could return in this match, but only on the bench. As for Fowler, who just returned as a starter, she is hopeful to find the net once again for Australia.
Denmark Women
Denmark on the other hand qualified in the knockout round after they finished at the second of their group. They are a place behind England, but were able to be above China and Haiti in the group standings. However, they did not have a smooth run going into the knockout stage, as they need to win their last match in the groups. Fortunately for them, they had a 2-0 win against Haiti, earning them a spot in the knockout stage for the first time since 1995. This season is actually Denmark’s return in the World Cup, following their 16-year absence. They are considered as this year’s dark horse, which is obvious, as they returned with a bang. Additionally, they can get confidence from the fact that they are the one at the advantage when it comes to meeting Australia.
Denmark on the other hand would bring back Stine Pedersen on the starters, after she was put to the bench against Haiti. Moreover, Josefine Hasbo, Karen Holmgaard, and Katherine Kuhl, are all going to feature in the midfield.
Prediction:
Australia Women (1.5)
Odds: -0.82
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