The co-hosts defied a significant gulf in pedigree and star power to defeat Norway in the opener. 7NEWS
The victory puts the Ferns firmly in the mix to reach the knockout stage while it promises to light up the country’s interest in the tournament after a slow build-up in comparison to Australia.
Defying predictions as tournament easy-beats, the Football Ferns can now raise their sights and look to qualify for the last 16 when they next face the Philippines in Wellington. However, the chances didn’t come early: both sides combined for eight shots without hitting the target. Wilkinson produced a first-time finish after Hand’s pulsating run and cross, then ran to the corner bashing the fern on her shirt in wildly emotional scenes.
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