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Women's World Cup 2023: Canada eliminated after blowout loss to Australia

Canada faces host Australia in the final matchday of of the group stages, with a spot in the knockout rounds on the line.

Olivier Neven
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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 31: Canada players huddle prior to the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 Group B match between Canada and Australia at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium on July 31, 2023 in Melbourne / Naarm, Australia. (Photo by Alex Grimm - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)

FINAL SCORE
Canada 0, Australia 4

Canada has officially been eliminated from the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup after a resounding 4-0 defeat at the hands of host Australia.

The Canadians never got going on the day, looking disorganized and passive on defence, while lacking inspiration and creativity on the attacking front.

The Matildas, meanwhile, were ruthless going forward, converting their chances and igniting the crowd with their aggressive play and cutting edge. Hayley Raso scored twice for Australia, playing the hero on Monday as star striker Sam Kerr watched on helplessly from the bench once again.

It's the first time since 2011 that Canada has failed to advance to the knockout stages at a Women's World Cup.

Starting lineup