A missing star and an upset win: Women’s World Cup opening night – in pictures

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After a sombre start to match day in Auckland, football fans from around the world met at Eden Park to witness the start of the 2023 tournament. New Zealand shocked Norway, sealing their first win with a goal from Hannah Wilkinson. While across the ditch Australia edged out Ireland in a close and physical contest in front of a record home crowd

Blake Sharp-Wiggins and Jo Khan

Main image: An unfurling of the Women's World Cup logo marked the start of the 2023 tournament in New Zealand and Australia. Photograph: Saeed Khan/AFP/Getty Images

Thu 20 Jul 2023 09.59 EDT

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