Denmark vs China – Group Stage – Preview & Prediction | 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup
THE FACTS
When is Denmark vs China on and what time does it start? Denmark vs China will take place on Saturday 22nd July, 2023 – 13:00 (UK)
Where is Denmark vs China taking place? Denmark vs China will take place at Perth Rectangular Stadium in Perth, Australia
Where can I get tickets for Denmark vs China? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Denmark vs China
What channel is Denmark vs China on in the UK? Denmark vs China will be televised live on BBC Two
Where can I stream Denmark vs China in the UK? Denmark vs China can be streamed on BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website
THE LOWDOWN
DENMARK
- After 16 long years, Denmark are back at the top table of women’s football, appearing again at the World Cup and their next target no doubt will be to make their third appearance in the knockout stage in head coach Lars Sondergaard’s final tournament in charge, but in a group which includes European champions England, that won’t be easy.
- When you think of Denmark, the first name that should come to mind is Pernille Harder, their captain, leading scorer and one of the best players in the world who will be chomping at the bit to announce herself on this stage with this incredibly being her first appearance at the Women’s World Cup.
CHINA
- Asian champions China will recognise the importance of this particular fixture with the winners giving themselves an excellent chance of knockout qualification, in the knowledge that fellow continental champions England, lie waiting in the group.
- China have an excellent record against European opposition in the group stage, winning six, drawing two and losing just one of their nine games, not to mention that they boast significantly more Women’s World Cup experience than Denmark.
THE TEAM NEWS
DENMARK
PREDICTED XI (4-3-3): Christensen; Sevecke, Ballisager Pedersen, Gevitz, Svava; Hasbo, Holmgaard, Moller Kuhl; Thomsen, Harder, Sorensen
UNAVAILABLE: Nadim (Injured)
QUESTIONABLE:
CHINA
PREDICTED XI (4-4-2): Xu; Li Mingwen, X. Wang, W. Yao, Chen; Wu Cheng, R. Zhang, L. Yao, Zhang Xin; Wurigumula, Wang Shuang
UNAVAILABLE:
QUESTIONABLE:
THE KEY STATS
- Denmark and China PR have met three times previously at the FIFA Women’s World Cup™, all in the group stage. Their first encounter in the inaugural edition in 1991 finished 2-2, the two subsequent matches were both won by China PR, 3-1 in 1995 and 3-2 in 2007.
- Denmark reached the last eight at the first two FIFA Women’s World Cup™ final tournaments in 1991 and 1995, however, they have not featured in the knockout phase since the latter of those quarter-final appearances.
- Denmark have lost eight of their last nine FIFA Women’s World Cup™ matches (W1).
- China PR are competing at the FIFA Women's World Cup™ for the eighth time, with Germany 2011 being the only edition they have been absent from.
- China PR have an impressive record of successfully making it through to the knockout phase at the FIFA Women's World Cup™ having done so on all their seven previous appearances. Their best performance at a final competition was in 1999 when they lost out in the final on penalties to USA.
- The first goal in FIFA Women's World Cup™ history was scored by China PR’s Ma Li, in their 4-0 victory over Norway in 1991.
THE PREDICTION
On paper, this looks like it could be a close contest in what is an absolutely crucial encounter for both sides in regards to finishing in the top two of Group D. It would be no surprise if the two teams prioritised defensive stability, adopting a cautious style of play and capitalising on any mistakes from their opponents. Denmark and China do look well-matched and it would be no surprise if they were unable to be separating, particular if neither breaks the deadlock early on. With that in mind, backing the draw may wind up being a shrewd move.
TIP: DRAW
