Sweden qualifies for Women’s World Cup knockout stages with thumping win over Italy

Sweden’s Amanda Ilestedt, center, heads the ball to score the opening goal against Italy on July 29. Sweden won 5-0.

Sweden’s Rebecka Blomqvist celebrates after scoring her side’s fifth goal.

Italy’s fans cheer before their team’s match against Sweden at Wellington Regional Stadium, New Zealand.

China’s Wang Shuang celebrates after scoring against Haiti during a Women’s World Cup match on Friday, July 28. China won 1-0.

Haiti’s Melchie Dumornay, left, collides with China’s Dou Jiaxing on July 28.

England’s Chloe Kelly attempts a bicycle kick versus Denmark on July 28. England won 1-0.

England goalkeeper Mary Earps makes a save against Denmark.

Denmark’s Janni Thomsen, left, collides with England’s Alex Greenwood.

Lauren James celebrates after scoring against Denmark.

England’s Keira Walsh is stretchered off after sustaining an injury. Walsh, England’s midfield metronome, went down clutching her knee with no other player in her vicinity

South Africa’s Bambanani Mbane slides in for a tackle against Argentina’s Mariana Larroquette on July 28. Their match ended in a 2-2 draw.

Argentina striker Yamila Rodriguez has received criticism for her Cristiano Ronaldo tattoo, the rival of Argentina star Lionel Messi.

South Africa’s Linda Motlhalo celebrates with teammates after scoring her team’s first goal against Argentina. South Africa led 2-0 before Argentina’s dramatic comeback.

Onome Ebi, left, and Osinachi Ohale celebrate after Nigeria defeated Australia 3-2 on Thursday, July 27. The stunning result means Nigeria has a one-point lead going into its final group game against already eliminated Ireland, while co-host Australia faces a must-win match against Canada.

Players from Australia and Nigeria compete for a ball in the air on July 27.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese takes a selfie with fans before the Nigeria match in Brisbane.

Portugal forward Jéssica Silva, right, watches a shot go wide during a match against Vietnam on July 27. Portugal won 2-0, eliminating Vietnam’s hopes of advancing in the tournament.

Portugal’s Telma Encarnação reaches for the ball during the Vietnam match.

Vietnam fans show their support before the Portugal match.

Dutch goalkeeper Daphne van Domselaar grabs the ball over the United States’ Julie Ertz during their 1-1 draw on July 27.

US fans react during the Netherlands match, which was played in Wellington, New Zealand.

US midfielder Lindsey Horan celebrates after scoring against the Netherlands. It was her second goal of the tournament.

Horan’s header tied the match after the Dutch took an early lead.

More than 27,000 fans attended the Netherlands-US match.

Canada’s Vanessa Gilles competes for a header with Ireland’s Niamh Fahey, bottom, and Louise Quinn during a match on Wednesday, July 26. Canada won 2-1.

Ireland’s Katie McCabe applauds fans after the match against Canada.

Canadian goalkeeper Kailen Sheridan can’t get to a McCabe corner kick that went directly into the goal to give Ireland a 1-0 lead. The incredible “Olimpico” goal came in just the fourth minute of play.

Canadian forward Adriana Leon celebrates after scoring her team’s second goal against Ireland.

Spain’s Jennifer Hermoso is thrown in the air by teammates as they celebrate their 5-0 victory over Zambia on July 26. With the win, Spain clinched a spot in the tournament’s knockout round.

Hermoso, left, scores her first of two goals in the win over Zambia.

Spain fans enjoy the Zambia match at Eden Park in Auckland, New Zealand.

Spain’s Alexia Putellas consoles Zambia’s Mary Wilombe after the match. Zambia still has one match to play, but it will not be able to advance to the knockout stage.

Japan’s Hikaru Naomoto, center, celebrates with teammates after scoring the opening goal in the 2-0 victory over Costa Rica on July 26. It was Japan’s second win in as many games, and it clinched a spot in the knockout stage.

Japan’s Mina Tanaka heads the ball toward the Costa Rican goal.

Japan fans react during the match against Costa Rica, which took place at the Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin, New Zealand.

Costa Rican goalkeeper Daniela Solera is shaken up during a play against Japan. She was able to continue.

Switzerland players, in red, defend their box during a match against Norway on Tuesday, July 25. The match ended in a 0-0 draw.

Rain pours down during the Norway-Switzerland match.

People in Indigenous dress perform during a welcome ceremony that was held before Norway-Switzerland.

Philippines midfielder Sarina Bolden celebrates scoring against New Zealand on July 25. Bolden’s first-half header lifted her country to a 1-0 victory — its first win ever at a Women’s World Cup.

New Zealand’s Hannah Wilkinson attempts to head the ball past Philippines goalkeeper Olivia McDaniel during their match on July 25.

Bolden scores on New Zealand keeper Victoria Esson.

Philippines fans show their support during the team’s first-ever win at a Women’s World Cup.

Colombia’s Catalina Usme celebrates with teammates after scoring her team’s first goal against South Korea on July 25. Colombia won 2-0.

South Korea’s Cho So-hyun, bottom left, competes for the ball against Colombia’s Jorelyn Carabali and Carolina Arias.

Colombia fans show their support in Sydney.

Usme tries to control the ball in front of South Korea’s Kim Hye-ri.

Colombia midfielder Manuela Vanegas receives a yellow card from referee Rebecca Welch.

Brazil’s Marta, left, heads the ball during a match against Panama on Monday, July 24. Brazil won 4-0.

Brazil’s Ary Borges celebrates her third goal during the Panama. Her hat trick was the first of the tournament.

Brazilian fans watch the match against Panama, which was held in Adelaide, Australia.

Moroccan goalkeeper Khadija Er-Rmichi tries to punch the ball away during a match against Germany on July 24. Germany dominated Morocco 6-0 in what was the biggest scoreline of the tournament so far.

Germany’s Alexandra Popp celebrates scoring a goal against Morocco.

Germany fans celebrate as their team gets off to a great start.

Morocco’s Fatima Tagnaout runs during the match against Germany.

Italy’s Cristiana Girelli celebrates after scoring a late winner against Argentina on July 24. Italy won 1-0.

Italian goalkeeper Francesca Durante makes a save during the match against Argentina.

Argentina coach German Portanova reacts during the Italy match.

Italy’s Giulia Dragoni is challenged by Estefania Banini of Argentina. At the age of 16, Dragoni became the youngest player to represent Italy in the competition’s history.

Jamaican players celebrate on Sunday, July 23, after their 0-0 draw against France earned them their country’s first-ever point in the Women’s World Cup.

Jamaica’s Atlanta Primus tugs the shirt of France’s Grace Geyoro.

Jamaican goalkeeper Rebecca Spencer marshals her defense.

Jamaica’s Khadija “Bunny” Shaw is sent off for a second bookable offense against France.

France’s Estelle Cascarino, left, and Shaw battle for the ball.

Portugal’s Ines Pereira dives in vain as the Netherlands’ Stefanie van der Gragt, not pictured, scores the only goal in the match on July 23.

Van der Gragt, left, and Portugal’s Jessica Silva battle for possession.

Silva signs autographs for fans after the match.

Sweden’s Amanda Ilestedt celebrates after scoring a late winner against South Africa on July 23. Sweden won 2-1.

South Africa’s Hildah Magaia, who scored the opening goal, runs with the ball alongside Sweden’s Elin Rubensson.

A South Africa fan shows support during the match.

Danish players celebrate Amalie Vangsgaard’s late goal that gave them a 1-0 victory over China on Saturday, July 22.

China fans show their support prior to their team’s opening match against Denmark.

China’s Zhang Linyan competes for the ball with Denmark’s Pernille Harder.

China head coach Shui Qingxia gestures during the match.

England’s Alessia Russo and Haiti’s Tabita Joseph fight for the ball during the two sides’ opening game on July 22. England’s Lionesses, the reigning European champions, earned a scrappy 1-0 victory over the tournament debutants.

England’s Georgia Stanway converts the winner against Haiti from the penalty spot.

Nicolas Delépine, Haiti’s head coach, instructs his team during the match.

Haiti goalkeeper Kerly Theus jumps to make one of many impressive saves against England.

Japan’s Jun Endo celebrates with her bench after scoring her team’s fourth goal in a 5-0 win against Zambia on July 22.

Japan’s Mina Tanaka battles with Zambia’s Agnes Musase.

Aoba Fujino of Japan is brought down by Zambian goalkeeper Catherine Musonda, resulting in a penalty to Japan. It was later overturned due to offside.

Japan supporters react following their team’s emphatic victory over Zambia.

US forward Alex Morgan is surrounded by Vietnam defenders during their opening match on July 22. The United States, the two-time defending champs, won 3-0.

Lindsey Horan, left, celebrates with US teammate Megan Rapinoe after Horan scored the third goal against Vietnam.

Players collide in the box as Vietnam goalkeeper Trần Thị Kim Thanh looks to clear the ball away.

US forward Sophia Smith dribbles the ball against Vietnam. She scored the first two goals of the match.

Fans cheer during the US-Vietnam match in Auckland, New Zealand.

Spain’s Esther González wins a header against Costa Rica’s Mariana Benavides on July 21. Spain won 3-0.

González scores her team’s third goal against Costa Rica.

A Māori welcoming ceremony is held prior to the Spain-Costa Rica match.

Switzerland’s Seraina Piubel scores her team’s second goal during its 2-0 victory against the Philippines on July 21.

The Philippines’ Katrina Guillou takes a shot against Switzerland’s Gaëlle Thalmann. The goal was disallowed.

A Philippines fan enjoys the pre-match atmosphere. This was the country’s Women’s World Cup debut.

Canadian goalkeeper Kailen Sheridan punches the ball clear during a 0-0 draw against Nigeria on July 21.

Nigeria’s Uchenna Kanu takes a selfie with fans after the Canada match.

Nigerian goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie clears the ball after saving a penalty by Canada’s Christine Sinclair.

Australia’s Steph Catley, third from left, celebrates scoring her team’s only goal against Ireland on June 20. Australia won 1-0 in Sydney.

Fans in Melbourne celebrate as they watch the match between Australia and Ireland.

Ireland’s Heather Payne, left, tries to cross the ball past Australia’s Kyra Cooney-Cross. This was Ireland’s first-ever match in a Women’s World Cup.

Supporters of both Australia and Ireland watch the match in Sydney. The second match of this year’s tournament set a new single-game attendance record for a women’s soccer match in Australia, with 75,784 fans watching.

Australian goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold makes a save.

New Zealand’s Ria Percival and Katie Bowen, in black, compete for the ball with Norway’s Caroline Graham Hansen on July 20. New Zealand won the opening match 1-0. It was the country’s first-ever win at a Women’s World Cup.

Norway star Ada Hegerberg reacts after a missed chance against New Zealand.

New Zealand’s CJ Bott, left, and Norway’s Mathilde Harviken vie for the ball.

New Zealand fans react during the match against Norway, which was played in Auckland, New Zealand.

Norway players huddle before the match against New Zealand.

Fireworks explode during the tournament’s opening ceremony, which was held before the New Zealand-Norway match.

The roughly 10-minute opening ceremony celebrated both New Zealand and Australia’s indigenous heritage and culture, with Māori and First Nations dancers and singers taking to the center of the field.

Dancers perform during the opening ceremony at Auckland’s Eden Park.

Performers dance during the opening ceremony.

A performer is pictured during the opening ceremony.

Benee and Mallrat perform “Do It Again,” the official song of this year’s Women’s World Cup, during the opening ceremony. Benee is from New Zealand and Mallrat is from Australia.

Dancers take the field during the opening ceremony.

Children hold flags during the opening ceremony.