Tragedy Strikes New Zealand Ahead of FIFA Women’s World Cup Kickoff
The excitement surrounding the commencement of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup turned into sorrow when a tragic incident unfolded just hours before the first game at Auckland’s Eden Park.
Three people lost their lives in a heartbreaking shooting incident at a building near the waterfront location of Auckland’s World Cup Fan Festival. The shooter and two victims tragically passed away.
World Cup Games Proceeding as Planned:
In the wake of the tragedy, New Zealand Football made a resilient decision and announced that the opening matches would still take place as scheduled. The first game will feature Switzerland taking on the Philippines at 5 p.m. local time, followed by New Zealand playing against Norway at 7 p.m.
Three people have been confirmed dead by New Zealand police after they responded to reports of shots fired in a building in Auckland on Thursday.
— ESPN (@espn) July 19, 2023
The first game of the Women’s World Cup will “continue as planned,” according to New Zealand Football. https://t.co/vCkaFZkP2X
Safety Assured for U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT):
The U.S. Soccer Federation swiftly addressed concerns about the safety of their team members, confirming that none of the U.S. Women’s National Team were present in the area during the shooting. They expressed their condolences and stated that their security team is in constant communication with local authorities, ensuring that their planned schedule remains unaffected.
Despite the somber start to the event, the spirit of resilience shines through as New Zealand remains determined to host the FIFA Women’s World Cup and bring the world together in the celebration of women’s football.
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