Thrilling Victory: Wendie Renard Secures Top Spot for Les Bleues with Late Header against Brazil
Wendie Renard's late header propels France to victory, securing their first win in Group F of the Women's World Cup and placing them at the top Exciting match at Brisbane's Lang Park as Herve Renard's side triumphs 2-1 over Brazil
Captain Wendie Renard scored a decisive header in the final minutes, leading France to a thrilling 2-1 victory over Brazil at Brisbane's Lang Park. With this win, Herve Renard's team secured their first victory in Group F of the Women's World Cup. Renard skillfully met Selma Bacha's corner, directing the ball downwards and causing it to bounce off the turf and into the net, beating goalkeeper Leticia. This victory comes after a goalless draw against Jamaica in their previous match.
Eugenie Le Sommer gave Les Bleues the lead in the 17th minute with a precise close-range header. Debinha equalized 13 minutes into the second half by calmly slotting in the ball after Kerolin's shot was deflected towards her. However, captain Renard secured the victory for the French team, allowing them to accumulate four points from their first two games.
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What's next?
France's final Group F game is against Panama in Sydney, Australia on Wednesday - kick-off 11am.What is the Women's World Cup schedule?
In Melbourne, Australia, Brazil will wrap up their group-stage campaign as they face Jamaica. This match will take place at the same time.The group stage, which started recently, spans over a period of two weeks and will conclude on August 3. Teams that top their respective groups and those finishing as runners-up will advance to the round of 16, scheduled to be held from August 5 to August 8.
The quarter-finals will take place in Wellington, Auckland, Brisbane, and Sydney on August 11th and 12th. The first semi-final will be held in Auckland on August 15th, while the other semi-final will be played at the Accor Stadium in Sydney on August 16th. The final will be held at the Accor Stadium in Sydney on August 20th.
A third-place play-off will be played the day before the final on August 19 in Brisbane.
