The much-anticipated ninth edition of the FIFA Women's World Cup has arrived, with Australia and New Zealand serving as the hosts for this unique event.

Nigeria, a nine-time African champion, is determined to change their fortunes in the World Cup. They kick off their campaign against Olympic champions Canada in their opening match on Friday at the Melbourne Rectangular Stadium.

In Group B, they will also face the co-hosts Australia and Ireland, making it a challenging group for them.

Making history as the first country from the Arab region to qualify for a FIFA Women's World Cup, Morocco is eager to leave a lasting impression in Australia and New Zealand 2023. Meanwhile, Zambia faces a tough task in their Group C opener against the 2011 World Champions Japan, followed by matches against Spain and Costa Rica.

South Africa, the reigning Africa Cup of Nations champions, is prepared to make their second appearance in the Women's World Cup.

They will aim to secure a victory in their first match against Sweden on July 23.

Morocco's remaining group stage fixtures include a match against South Korea on July 30, followed by a final group stage encounter against Colombia on August 3.