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Norway beat Australia on penalties in dramatic encounter

Norway have held their nerve in a penalty shootout to claim victory in their Round of 16 clash with Australia after extra-time ended 1-1.

After scoring four goals against Jamaica, Matildas captain Sam Kerr almost opened the scoring inside 30 seconds when she dragged a shot just wide of the near post.

Despite a bright start from Australia, it was Norway that would break the deadlock with Isabell Herlovsen scoring on the break in the 31st minute.

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