After four intriguing quarter-final matchups, we are down to the last four of the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Canada, comprising holders Japan, the team’s ranked No. 1 and No. 2 in the world, Germany and the United States, and England.
The United States beat China 1-0 and will face France’s conquerors, Germany, in Montreal for a place in the final.
In Edmonton, reigning world champions Japan take on England, who beat hosts Canada to reach their first World Cup semi-final.
It is going to be an exciting few days. Here are four battles that will be crucial to deciding the teams that will contest Sunday’s final.