MAJOR UPSET

Philippines shock New Zealand as Colombia down South Korea

In the late fixture, Norway and Switzerland played out a goalless draw in Hamilton in Group A.

In Summary

•After losing star forward Ada Hegerberg to injury before kickoff, Norway struggled to penetrate and face a fight to reach the round of 16.

•New Zealand entered as favorites after a historic victory over Norway in their opener, but were left stunned.

The Phillipines' squad at the women's World Cup
The Phillipines' squad at the women's World Cup
Image: XINHUA

Debutants the Philippines stunned co-hosts New Zealand 1-0 to secure their first FIFA Women's World Cup victory, while Colombia defeated South Korea 2-0 on Tuesday.

In the late fixture, Norway and Switzerland played out a goalless draw in Hamilton in Group A. After losing star forward Ada Hegerberg to injury before kickoff, Norway struggled to penetrate and face a fight to reach the round of 16.

With just one point from two games, Norway must win their final group game against an increasingly confident Philippines, who shook up Group A with their momentous victory over New Zealand.

Sarina Bolden scored the Philippines' historic match-winner in the 24th minute to silence the 33,000 fans in Wellington.

"I've got everyone else's tears all over my eyes, it's so emotional," the Philippines coach Alen Stajcic said.

"You saw how long New Zealand had to wait for its first win - six World Cups - and (for the Philippines) to get it today was incredible."

New Zealand entered as favorites after a historic victory over Norway in their opener, but were left stunned.

Ranked 20 places higher than their opponents, New Zealand had waves of attack in the second half and a goal disallowed, but were unable to find an equalizer.

"It was heartbreaking, I could see tears in my players' eyes," said New Zealand coach Jitka Klimkova.