Women's World Cup 2023: - Netherlands score early to shut down Portugal 1-0

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Women's World Cup 2023 - Netherlands 1-0 Portugal

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The Netherlands and Portugal go head-to-head in Sunday's matchup at the Forsyth Barr Stadium in New Zealand.

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Stephanie van der Gragt celebrates with her teammates after scoring a goal.

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Stefanie van der Gragt's first-half header earns the Dutch team victory against Portugal in their Group E opener.

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The Netherlands really slowed down in the second half but Portugal fought back to take advantage.

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Portugal continued to play with heart and passion and had some good chances offensively.

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The last time the Netherlands played in the World Cup, they lost 2–0 to the United States in the final.

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The Netherlands came to Mendan looking to put up a better show this time around and are in excellent shape heading into the tournament.

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