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Nehterlands star Martens hopeful over final involvement despite lingering foot problem

Lieke Martens is counting on Netherlands' medical staff to get her fit for the Women's World Cup final after the Barcelona star lasted just 45 minutes in Wednesday's last-four win over Sweden.

The 26-year-old has been troubled by a foot injury since team-mate Jill Roord stepped on her toe when celebrating Martens' late winner in the last-16 victory against Japan.

Martens did not train prior to facing Italy in the next round and though she completed 90 minutes then, the forward was withdrawn at half-time on Wednesday due to the pain.