Star American forward Alex Morgan admitted that getting the better of Vietnam in their opening World Cup match proved tougher than expected, despite the 3-0 result.
England boss Sarina Wiegman vowed the Lionesses would do "everything" they can to bring home a first World Cup when they begin their campaign against Haiti in Brisbane on Saturday.
Nigeria held Canada to a goalless draw in their FIFA Women's World Cup Group B clash on Friday in Melbourne.
New Zealand recorded their first-ever FIFA Women's World Cup victory with a 1-0 win over Norway in the tournament's opening match on Thursday.
Minister of Sports, Arts, and Culture Zizi Kodwa has expressed concern at the latest developments in the Banyana Banyana camp as the issues of bonuses remain unresolved.
Eight days before Banyana Banyana open their 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup campaign against Sweden, it’s emerged the bonus row remains a sticking point.