FIFA Women's World Cup: Switzerland draw against New Zealand

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The draw saw Switzerland advance and New Zealand out

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New Zealand became the first host to be eliminated from the group stage

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Switzerland is the third European country, along with Germany (2019, 2007 and 1991) and Norway (1995), not to concede a single goal in the group stage of the Women's World Cup.

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Switzerland reached the last 16 and New Zealand were eliminated.

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Two goalless draws and a 2-0 win over the Philippines have been enough for Inca Gring's side.

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Never before has a World Cup host team been eliminated from the tournament in the group stage.

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one point ahead of Norway who finished second. Meanwhile, New Zealand missed out on goal difference to finish third with four points.

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