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World Cup Daily: Round-of-16 recap, USWNT's exit, Japan rise

The 2023 Women's World Cup is in full swing, and these daily files give you the latest reporting from around the tournament as well as betting lines, what-to-watch-for information and best reads. Check in with ESPN throughout the tournament as we bring you the latest from Australia and New Zealand.

The lead: A knockout blow

The 2023 Women's World Cup is now down to eight teams with the quarterfinals approaching, and some heavyweights are already on the plane home, including the United States, Canada, Brazil and Germany.