Summary

  • Raso scores twice as co-hosts Australia thrash Canada to reach last 16

  • Star striker Kerr named on bench for Australia but was unused sub

  • Nigeria also reach knockout stage after 0-0 draw with Republic of Ireland

  • Olympic champions Canada, who started final day of Group B in second, knocked out

  1. Join us tomorrow!published at 13:20 British Summer Time 31 July 2023

    That's all from us today. Be sure to join us at 07:30 BST tomorrow morning as we race towards the business end of the Women's World Cup.

    In Group E defending champions USA face Portugal while the Netherlands play Vietnam (both at 08:00 BST).

    And at 12:00 BST the Lionesses conclude their group stage and will advance as Group D winners if they avoid defeat to China.

    At the same time Haiti will hope for their first win at a World Cup when they play Denmark.

    We can't wait!

  2. 'Nigeria have beaten the odds'published at 13:18 British Summer Time 31 July 2023

    FT: Republic of Ireland 0-0 Nigeria

    Fara Williams
    Former England midfielder on BBC Two

    Nigeria weren't a nation that people were talking about getting out of this group.

    If they are the team that England will have to face [in the next round], they are going to be a difficult opponent.

  3. 'Everyone is proud of that'published at 13:16 British Summer Time 31 July 2023

    FT: Republic of Ireland 0-0 Nigeria

    Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Courtney Brosnan to RTE Sport: "Unbelievable. I said before we were disappointed not to make it out of the group. We deserved something from the tournament.

    "Vera and Katie said we're proud to be here for our country. We grew and held our own against three top teams. Everyone is proud of that."

    On her amazing save: "It was an unbelievable cross into the box, a teasing one. I thought I could come for it but dropped back. I knew I had to make a special save. I threw my body at it, I wanted us to get something from the game.

    "We have the best fans in the world. The support here and at home has been unbelievable. We're so proud to put on the shirt and represent our country."

  4. 'These players go out as world stars'published at 13:14 British Summer Time 31 July 2023

    FT: Republic of Ireland 0-0 Nigeria

    Republic of Ireland boss Vera Pauw to RTE Sport: "Fantastic feeling. They are the 11-time African champions and we had the better play. They always looked dangerous but we were in control. We created chances.

    "We need to get there [to the opposition goal] to score. We’ve done that so much better. When you see what Nigeria did against Australia, not one time they could do that to us. The game plan worked again. I’m so proud.

    "I think we can be really proud. We played three top 10 nations, I think Nigeria are a top-10 nation [despite their 40th-placed ranking], we have played equal games against them.

    "Those players came into this tournament as very good players, they go out as world stars. It will change their lives. They will get other contracts and more opportunities."

  5. Postpublished at 13:12 British Summer Time 31 July 2023

    FT: Canada 0-4 Australia

    Here's Steph Catley's goal that concluded Australia's brilliant win.

    The co-hosts thrashed the Olympic champions on their way to the round of 16.

  6. 'Home crowd was their 12th player'published at 13:10 British Summer Time 31 July 2023

    FT: Canada 0-4 Australia

    Rachel Brown-Finnis
    Ex-England goalkeeper on BBC Two

    From the opening few seconds it was clear what Australia wanted to do, how they were going to set up and how they would combat the threats of Canada.

    With setting out their stall early on, it got the home crowd on their feet.

    Having a home crowd behind you, you feel like everyone in the stadium is there shouting and willing you on.

    It really is that cliche of the 12th player.

  7. 'Australia showed up when they had to'published at 13:08 British Summer Time 31 July 2023

    FT: Canada 0-4 Australia

    Fara Williams
    Former England midfielder on BBC Two

    Australia needed to show up, and they did exactly that.

    They hadn't yet shown up in the tournament, and left it to the final game under immense pressure.

    Sam Kerr could have been used if needed, but she wasn't, and she will be grateful for that because she has an extra few days for her recovery. Hopefully we see some of her in the round of 16.

    Tactically, Australia were miles better than Canada today.

  8. Postpublished at 13:06 British Summer Time 31 July 2023

    FT: Canada 0-4 Australia

    Emma Smith
    BBC Sport at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium

    Roars of appreciation as the Australian players do a lap of honour. Katrina Gorry and Mackenzie Arnold jump up and down in celebration. Alanna Kennedy is crying tears of joy.

    Australia have finally arrived at their own party.

  9. FULL-TIMEpublished at 13:01 British Summer Time 31 July 2023

    Canada 0-4 Australia

    Canada 0-4 AustraliaImage source, Getty Images

    It is! Australia have risen to the occasion. The co-hosts are through as Group B winners.

    Nigeria also advance as runners-up.

  10. Postpublished at 13:01 British Summer Time 31 July 2023

    Canada 0-4 Australia

    Goal kick Australia. That should be that.

  11. 'Excellent performance'published at 13:00 British Summer Time 31 July 2023

    Canada 0-4 Australia

    Anita Asante
    Former England defender on BBC Two

    Australia have managed the game superbly.

    Managed the occasion, the emotion, the task at hand.

    An excellent performance.

    Canada 0-4 AustraliaImage source, Getty Images
  12. Postpublished at 13:00 British Summer Time 31 July 2023

    Canada 0-4 Australia

    A little over a minute remains. Australia have sent out a message today.

  13. SUBSTITUTIONpublished at 12:59 British Summer Time 31 July 2023

    Canada 0-4 Australia

    Another Australia switch. On comes Charlotte Grant, off comes Katrina Gorry.

  14. 'Confidence and belief'published at 12:58 British Summer Time 31 July 2023

    Canada 0-4 Australia

    Anita Asante
    Former England defender on BBC Two

    It says a lot about this Australia side that we are in stoppage time and they still trying to attack the box.

    They aren't interested in game management, they have the confidence and belief. Total domination.

  15. goal

    GOAL - Canada 0-4 Australiapublished at 90+4 mins

    Steph Catley

    Australia are set for their biggest ever World Cup win as captain Steph Catley smashes the ball into the net.

    Keeper Kailen Sheridan went the right way but was beaten by pure power.

  16. 'Correct decision'published at 12:56 British Summer Time 31 July 2023

    Canada 0-3 Australia

    Anita Asante
    Former England defender on BBC Two

    A painful one.

    Fleming definitely catches the Australia attacker on the top of the foot.

    Correct decision.

  17. PENALTY TO AUSTRALIApublished at 12:55 British Summer Time 31 July 2023

    Canada 0-3 Australia

    It gets worse for Canada. Jessie Fleming catches Katrina Gorry just inside the box. Australia didn't even appeal it, but it's definitely a penalty.

  18. VAR

    Video Assistant Refereepublished at 12:55 British Summer Time 31 July 2023

    Canada 0-3 Australia

    Hang on. We have a VAR review from nowhere for a possible Australia penalty...

  19. Postpublished at 12:54 British Summer Time 31 July 2023

    Canada 0-3 Australia

    Emma Smith
    BBC Sport at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium

    Amid the noise about Australia's fate, it must not be lost that Olympic champions Canada going out in the group stage is big news.

    The team have butted heads with the Canadian national association several times in recent months. Plenty more questions will be asked following this result.

  20. FULL-TIMEpublished at 12:54 British Summer Time 31 July 2023

    Republic of Ireland 0-0 Nigeria

    It's all over.

    Nigeria are into the Women's World Cup last 16, where they will play the winners of England's group.

    The Republic of Ireland get their first ever Women's World Cup point.