Australia vs. Denmark highlights: Raso, Foord lead Australia to 2-0 victory
The 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup continued Monday with Australia taking down Denmark, 2-0, in the round of 16 at Stadium Australia in Sydney, Australia.
Australia vs. Denmark Highlights
Sam Kerr made her return to competition late in the match after being sidelined with an injury throughout the group stage. To the delight of the home crowd, the star striker wasted little time getting back into the swing of things, but earlier goals from Caitlin Foord and Hayley Raso were enough to send Australia to the quarterfinals.
Sam Kerr checks in for the first time in the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup
Check out the highlights below!
79': She's back
Australia brought in Sam Kerr for her first appearance at this year's tournament.
71': Goal
Hayley Raso scored her third goal of the tournament to give Australia a 2-0 lead.
Australia's Hayley Raso scores goal vs. Denmark in 71'
66': Yellow card
Janni Thomsen received the first yellow card of the match after a tough battle with Caitlin Foord.
28': The Matildas strike first!
Australia's Mary Fowler delivered a perfect pass to Caitlin Foord, who raced ahead and scored to give the Matildas an early 1-0 lead.
Australia's Caitlin Foord scores goal vs. Denmark in 28'
6': Attacking early on
Despite playing in front of Australia's home crowd, Denmark came out and showed no signs of fear early on.
PREGAME
Setting the stage
The "World Cup NOW" crew previewed the match live on social media ahead of kickoff.
Starting 11
Check out the full Women's World Cup schedule and how to watch each match live here. Find the latest scores here.
