# New Zealand Take the Lead in Women’s World Cup Opener Against Norway
The 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup kicked off in style on Saturday, June 8th, with co-hosts New Zealand taking the lead against Norway in the early stages of the second half. The goal was scored by Hannah Wilkinson, and it was a momentous occasion for the Kiwi side, who are looking to make a statement in this year’s tournament.
The match was an exciting affair, with both sides having their chances to take the lead. Norway had the better of the first half, but New Zealand came out strong in the second, and it was Wilkinson who made the breakthrough. The goal was a well-taken effort, as she fired home from close range after a neat exchange of passes with her teammates.
The goal was a huge moment for New Zealand, who have been looking to make an impression on the world stage in this year’s tournament. They have been preparing for this moment for months, and it was a great way to start off their campaign.
The rest of the match saw both sides pushing for a winner, but neither could find the back of the net. In the end, it was New Zealand who held on to take all three points and get their World Cup campaign off to a winning start.
It was a great start to the tournament for New Zealand, and they will be looking to build on this performance as they take on Canada in their next match. The Kiwi side will be hoping to make it two wins from two and continue their impressive start to the tournament.
For Norway, it was a disappointing result, but they will be looking to bounce back in their next game against Nigeria. They will be hoping to get their campaign back on track and make a statement in this year’s tournament.
For fans of women’s football, this match was a great way to kick off the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup. It was an exciting affair, with both sides having their chances to take the lead. In the end, it was New Zealand who emerged victorious, and they will be looking to build on this performance as they take on Canada in their next match.
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