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The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

Gunman who killed two had family violence history, say New Zealand police – as it happened

This blog is now closed. You can read our full story on the shooting in Auckland at the link below:

The Guardian - AU

New Zealand shooting: gunman kills two in Auckland hours before World Cup opening

Police said shooter had history of family violence and there was no reason to delay World Cup opening match

The Guardian - AU

US women’s national player Naomi Girma pays tribute to late friend Katie Meyer ahead of World Cup

‘Katie Meyer was a true friend, in every sense of the word,’ the athlete writes

The Independent UK

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What is VAR and why do soccer fans hate it?

VAR makes everything so much more complicated than it has to be.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Armed police ‘swoop on gunman’ as two killed in New Zealand on eve of World cup opening ceremony

Two people are reported dead as the curtain is about to be raised on Women’s World Cup which the country is hosting with Australia

Evening Standard

Morning Mail: Women’s World Cup to kick off, Burney’s plea for voice, Australian wickets fall in Ashes

The eyes of the world will be on Sydney tonight as the Matildas begin their bid to become world champions, Linda Burney speaks at yes rally

The Guardian - AU

Three dead including gunman in Auckland CBD shooting

Three people are dead, including the gunman, and six have been injured after a shooting in Auckland CBD on the opening day of the FIFA Women's World Cup.

AAP

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FIFA Women’s World Cup: Professional women athletes are still fighting for equitable sponsorship

The 2023 Women’s World Cup is projected to be the most-watched in tournament history and has seen a massive surge in sponsor interest.

The Conversation

Mavs’ Maxi Kleber opts out of World Cup after misguided criticism from Dennis Schroder

DALLAS — Anyone who has even loosely followed Maxi Kleber’s six-year Mavericks career knows he’s a model teammate, as well a close friend of Dwight Powell, Josh Green and ex-Maverick Jalen Brunson.

Tribune News Service

Women’s World Cup: All ITV’s cancelled daytime shows, from This Morning to Good Morning Britain

2023 tournament kicks off on Thursday

The Independent UK

How to watch or stream the FIFA Women’s World Cup live, online, and free without cable

Can the U.S. make it three in a row?

Fortune

From lamington drives to the Cup: an evolution of the Matildas

'It was whatever shirt fitted you - small, medium, large.'

Newcastle Herald

Women’s World Cup: this time the world really is watching

In New Zealand and Australia Women’s World Cup fever has truly taken hold for a tournament that appears wide open

The Guardian - UK

World Cup 2023 announcers: Who’s calling games for FOX Sports in Australia and New Zealand?

Here's who will be on the mics.

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Newsroom.co.nz

FIFA World Cup: Football Ferns one win from making history

It all starts now: The Football Ferns walk onto Eden Park tonight with one common, but simple, goal - a history-changing win to kick-off the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup.

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on the Fifa Women’s World Cup: a showcase for a booming sport

Editorial: A record number of tickets have been sold in Australia and New Zealand, as the women’s game continues to grow in popularity across the world

Al Jazeera

New Zealand vs Norway preview: Women’s World Cup 2023 opener

New Zealand seek their first-ever win in the tournament when they face 1995 champions Norway in the opening match.

Sports Illustrated

What to Expect from Fox’s 2023 Women’s World Cup Coverage

With the event set to kick off on July 20 in Australia and New Zealand, the network is preparing to broadcast 64 games across Fox and FS1, with a crew that includes Carli Lloyd, Alexi Lalas and more.

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The Independent UK

Fans praise French Women’s World Cup ad for its ‘genius’ twist

‘Using visual effects for good,’ one viewer responded

AAP

Wright, Hodge cut from Wallabies' Bledisloe Cup squad

Tom Wright and Reece Hodge have been dropped from the Wallabies' Bledisloe Cup squad as Eddie Jones turns to fit-again pair Jordan Petaia and Andrew Kellaway.

AAP

Sam Kerr has learned to enjoy expectations of World Cup

Matildas captain Sam Kerr is ready to take on expectation from all comers at her home Women's World Cup, by enjoying the pressure to deliver.

AAP

Matildas to embrace crowd fervour in World Cup opener

The Matildas will kick off their Women's World Cup tilt in front of their biggest-ever crowd and superstar captain Sam Kerr says they will welcome the noise.

The Conversation

Brain injuries may affect women worse than men – introduction of concussion spotters to Women's World Cup could prove vital

The matches at the 2023 Fifa Women’s World Cup will be watched by concussion spotters for the first time. These medical staff will attempt to identify potential concussions that may have been overlooked by the officials on the pitch.

The Guardian - UK

Women’s World Cup 2023: fans around the globe preview the tournament

How will your team perform at this summer’s World Cup? Supporters from countries taking part deliver their verdicts

The Hindu

Infantino urges fans to 'seize moment' on eve of Women's World Cup

FIFA urges fans to "seize the moment" and buy Women's World Cup tickets. 1.375M sold, surpassing 2019 tournament. NZ's opening match yet to sell out. Seats still available for most matches, including New Zealand vs Norway and semi-finals.

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