After losing to New Zealand in their opening match, Norway needed a win against Switzerland to keep their hopes of advancing alive. However, heavy rain somewhat affected the quality of play from the former world champions.
Switzerland 0-0 Norway
In the first half, the Swiss team played better and controlled the midfield. In the 8th minute, the first chance came to them when Bachmann finished dangerously in the penalty area but she could not score.
After a difficult start to the match, the Norwegian women's team gradually found their rhythm. Coach Hege Riise's players regained control of the game and began to put pressure on their opponents.
Switzerland drew with Norway.
Norway's women's team rarely plays short passes. Long passes, which are the quickest to reach the opponent's goal, are the team's choice. Norway's women's team has good crossers. Striker Sophie has had many opportunities to head the ball, but this was not her lucky day.
In the 24th minute, Sophie chose her position and headed the ball very well from close range but goalkeeper Mikalsen made an excellent save. In the second half, it was still Sophie with an effort to shoot the ball in the penalty area but once again she could not defeat the opposing goalkeeper.
The 37-year-old goalkeeper Thalmann had an excellent day, continuously blocking many dangerous shots from the Norwegian strikers. She was the most important factor helping the Swiss team keep a clean sheet in this match.
With only 1 point against Switzerland, the Norwegian team faces the risk of being eliminated from the tournament early. They are ranked 12th in the world but have not won a single match, not even scored a goal at the 2023 Women's World Cup. In the final match, coach Riise and his team will face home team New Zealand.
Result: Switzerland 0-0 Norway
Switzerland vs Norway lineup
Switzerland: Thalmann, Aigbogun, Riesen, Stierli, Maritz; Walti, Piubel, Sow, Reuters. Crnogorcevic, Bachmann.
Norway: Mikalsen, Hansen, Harviken, Mjelde, Bjelde; Reiten, Maanum, Risa, Eikeland, Haavi, Hegerberg.
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