WWCU UPDATE: PORTUGAL SET UP USA SHOWDOWN WITH 2-0 WIN OVER VIETNAM

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Portugal set up a face-off with reigning champions the United States for a Women’s World Cup last-16 spot by winning impressively against Vietnam.

The debutants got a maiden victory via their first World Cup goals.

Portugal will progress to the knockout stages if they cause a giant upset and beat four-time winners the USA.

Vietnam will be eliminated from the World Cup after this loss in Hamilton, New Zealand.

Portugal play the United States in their final Group E match next Tuesday, while Vietnam will seek their first World Cup point and goal against the Netherlands at the same time.