Netherlands 3, Cameroon 1
Don’t let the scoreline fool you. The Netherlands and Cameroon was a tough, physical match. Netherlands players didn’t just cruise by the Cameroonians, who shocked the world when making it to the knockout round of the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup. However, this year, that feat might be slipping away from them, after picking up a 3-1 loss by the Dutch.
THERE SHE IS!
Vivianne Miedema heads in a great cross from Van de Sanden for her first career #FIFAWWC goal and her 59th for the Dutch – tying the national team record at just 22 years old. ? pic.twitter.com/lsW8MAsT9V
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The first half was steady and physical, with the Netherlands not reaching the scoreboard until the 41st minute. Dutch striker Vivianne Miedema made history for her federation as the highest goal-scorer with 6o international goals. She’s only 22-years-old. Her second goal came in the 85th minute, which was the final tally of the match.
And just like that we're TIED!
Just two minutes after the Netherlands took the lead, Gabrielle Onguene beats the goalkeeper to the ball and levels the score for Cameroon. pic.twitter.com/DnW96pVIYi
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The Netherlands also saw a goal from centerback Dominique Bloodworth to kickoff the second half. However, Cameroon didn’t remain scoreless, as Gabrielle Aboudi Onguene swayed between Dutch defenders and goalkeeper Sari van Veenendaal. The Cameroonian used her head to score a wonder goal, but it wasn’t enough for Cameroon to pick up points.
Now, Cameroon needs to earn a win against New Zealand. Depending on how the Football Ferns do against Canada later today, it will be a battle between third place for the two nations.
The Dutch take back the lead just 2 minutes into the 2nd half!
It's Bloodworth from close range after Cameroon fail to clear. #FIFAWWC pic.twitter.com/OPmq0PpKn9
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Goal Summary
- The Netherlands (Vivianne Miedema, 41′)
- Cameroon (Gabrielle Aboudi Onguene, 43′)
- The Netherlands (Dominique Bloodworth, 48′)
- The Netherlands (Vivianne Miedema, 85′)
MIEDEMA! ???
She sealed the Oranje's victory over Cameroon and became the top scorer in Netherlands National Team history all in one strike ?? pic.twitter.com/o5YJuoixMV
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Caution Summary
- Cameroon (Christine Manie, 14′)
- Cameroon (Genevieve Ngo Mbeleck, 37′)
- Cameroon (Raissa Feudjio, 68′)
— Rachael McKriger
Canada 2, New Zealand 0
New Zealand is still searching for their first-ever FIFA Women’s World Cup victory. Meanwhile, the Canadian Women’s National Team has punched their ticket to the Round of 16. This group stage hasn’t been the prettiest for Canada, but they’ve managed to get the job done. They did it again today with a tight 2-0 victory over New Zealand.
With the chances Canada had, it should have been a 6-0 victory. However, Jessie Fleming and Nichelle Prince were the only players to put the ball in the back of Erin Nayler’s net.
CANADA TAKE THE LEAD!
After a scoreless first half, it's Jessie Fleming who breaks through and puts Canada on ? pic.twitter.com/x9IpPrxf1Y
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Canada now joins a handful of nations making it to the Round of 16, including England, Germany, France, the Netherlands and Italy. Meanwhile, the Football Ferns will battle for third place in the group with Cameroon.
Goal Summary
- Canada (Jessie Fleming, 48′)
- Canada (Nichelle Prince, 79′)
Caution Summary
- NONE
NICHELLE PRINCE MAKES IT ✌️ FOR CANADA
She scores her first #FIFAWWC goal and doubles Canada's lead. pic.twitter.com/5eyFExVz9p
— FOX Soccer (@FOXSoccer) June 15, 2019
— Rachael McKriger
