Sweden Secures Late Victory Over South Africa in Women's World Cup Opener

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Sweden scored a late winner to deny South Africa a historic draw at the Women's World Cup, securing a 2-1 victory. South Africa had taken the lead in the 48th minute, but Sweden equalized in the 66th minute before scoring the winning goal in the 90th minute. In another match, the Netherlands defeated Portugal 1-0, with a goal from Stefanie van der Gragt. Portugal showed promise but needs to improve in the final third.
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