Image copyright: Getty Images
2023 FIFA Women's World Cup
Quarter-Finals
Australia & New Zealand
11-12 August
An encounter between top teams Japan and Sweden headlines the 2023
FIFA Women's World Cup quarter-finals.
Quarter-Final Line-Up
The 2011 World Champions Japan will lock horns with 2003 runners-up Sweden at Eden Park in New Zealand on August 11. Kick-off is at 03h00.
While Spain will face the Netherlands in a battle between two European sides at the Wellington Regional Stadium in New Zealand on August 11. Kick-off is at 09h30 CAT.
The action will continue on August 12 as co-hosts Australia play host to 2011 semi-finalists France at Lang Park in Brisbane. Kick-off is at 09h00 CAT.
Reigning European champions England would then go head to head with Colombia at the Stadium Australia in Sydney on the same day. Kick-off is at 12h30 CAT.
Round Of 16 & Key Players
Japan booked their place in the quarter-finals after defeating Norway 3-1 in an entertaining Round of 16 encounter on August 5.
Nadeshiko will pin their hopes of defeating Sweden on Hinata Miyazawa who has scored more goals (five) than any player in the ongoing tournament.
While Sweden reached this stage after defeating reigning champions USA 5-4 on penalties following a 0-0 draw in a Round of 16 clash on August 6.
Fridolina Rolfö is the Blue and Yellow's most influential player having netted two goals and also scored in the penalty shootout against the USA.
Head-To-Head
The two teams have met 10 times across all competitions and Japan have the edge in this rivalry.
Nadeshiko have won five matches compared to Blue and Yellow's four victories, while one game ended in a draw.
However, the last meeting between the two sides ended in a 3-1 win in favour of Sweden at the 2020 Olympic Games.
What was said?
"We met Japan in the (Tokyo) Olympics, and they are very skilful in their technique," Sweden coach Peter Gerhardsson said.
"They don't play as directly as the US so it's going to be a different kind of game. It'll be more about possession.
"They play a bit more like Italy, skilful and taking moves forward with many passes," he continued.
So for us, it's going to be about good defending, maybe a bit lower, and then the transition is going to be important."
Bet on International Football with Betway
Kick off your sports betting journey with our exciting Sports Welcome Offer where you’ll get up to R1,000 as a Free Bet when you make your first deposit.
Ready to take your online gaming experience to the next level?
Don't wait any longer! Join in on the action and experience the excitement of the best Evolution Games.Take a spin on the wheel or join the Crazy Time game show and let the fun begin!
For all the latest sports news, betting tips and promotions follow Betway on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. Start playing on the go and download the Betway App.