South Africa were on course for their first Women’s World Cup points but goals from Fridolina Rolfo and Amanda Ilestedt secured a 2-1 victory for Sweden.

Hildah Magaia’s 48th-minute goal had South Africa on course for a historic victory, but a determined Sweden side became the first nation at the tournament to come from behind and win with a fortuitous Fridolina Rolfo goal in the 65th minute and then a 90th-minute header from Amanda Ilestedt securing all three points for the third-ranked Swedes.

FIFA Women's World Cup 2023

Sweden - RSA 2:1

Goalscorers: Hildah Magaia (48’), Fridolina Rolfo (65'), Amanda Ilestedt (90')

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