The women’s World Cup continues Wednesday with the second semifinal between England and tournament co-host Australia in a match scheduled to begin at 6 a.m. Eastern time. Both teams have overcome key injuries and survived dramatic knockout-stage games to get this far, and the winner will secure a spot in Sunday’s final against Spain. Follow along for live updates and highlights from the match.
Here’s what to know
- Australia is in the semifinals for the first time after its epic quarterfinal win over France in penalty kicks, and the Matildas have captured the hearts of their sports-mad nation.