South Africa finally broke their duck in this competition as they squeaked past Spain to condemn the Europeans to the wooden spoon.
A brace from Lilian Du Plessis and one from Kelly Madsen were enough to give Giles Bonnet’s side the victory but it was far from comfortable.
England set up a dream final with Australia with a superb performance against old foes Argentina, running out 4-2 winners in front of a packed house here in London.
Goals from Nicola White, Hannah MacLeod, Susannah Townsend and an own goal gave England their second win in 14 games against Las Leonas, bucking the recent trend of defeats. Continue reading
Two goals from Emily Hurtz saw Australia through to Sunday’s final where they will meet the winner of England vs Argentina. With the scores level at half time it was all to play for, however a stirring second half display gave the Hockeyroos a convincing win.
USA snatched a well-deserved victory over Spain to secure a clash with Italy in tomorrow’s 5th/6th playoff, whilst Spain will line up against South Africa in the 7th-8th match.
Goals from Paige Selenski, Katie Reinprecht and a stunning strike from Rachel Dawson were enough to give the USA their first win of the competition. Continue reading
Italy stunned South Africa with a penalty shootout win to ensure they will play off for fifth and sixth place, condemning Giles Bonnet’s side to the wooden spoon match tomorrow.
A penalty stroke from Giuliana Ruggieri in the tenth minute had looked like it would give the Azzurri a win in normal time, however a last minute penalty corner from Pietie Coetzee took the game to a shootout, but Italy were not to be denied. Continue reading
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