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Group-stage action at the World Cup in Australia and New Zealand ended with a tussle over Group H and Germany's surprise exit, unable to qualify from its group, which also saw Colombia and Morocco advance. Round 16.
After the conclusion of the group, the round of 16 matches have been decided and the World Cup will begin this Saturday as the remaining 16 teams battle it out for their place in the quarterfinals.
It should be noted that favorites like Germany, Brazil and Canada were eliminated, but surprise teams like South Africa, Jamaica and Morocco managed to make it to the top 16 of the tournament.
Likewise, after the elimination of the aforementioned title candidates, teams like USA, Sweden, Spain, Netherlands, England and France increase their position as favourites.
This is how the Women's World Cup Round of 16 will play out
Switzerland vs. Spain – Saturday 5 August
Netherlands vs. South Africa – Saturday 5 August
Japan vs. Norway – Saturday 5 August
Sweden vs. USA – Sunday 6th August
England vs. Nigeria – Monday 7th August
Australia vs. Denmark – Monday 7 August
Colombia vs. Jamaica – Tuesday, August 8
France vs. Morocco – Tuesday, August 8 (D)
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