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Panama 0-1 Jamaica: Jamaica wins first FIFA Women's World Cup match, defeating Panama

Posted : 30 July 2023
Jamaica secured their historic first-ever victory in the FIFA Women's World Cup, defeating Panama in a hard-fought match in Perth. The decisive goal came in the 56th minute when Allyson Swaby rose above the defense to head home a precise cross from Trudi Carter.
 
With this victory, Jamaica joins France at the top of Group F, and both teams will face crucial final group matches against Panama and Brazil, respectively, on Wednesday, 2 August.
 
The Reggae Girlz, under the guidance of coach Lorne Donaldson, showcased significant progress since their 2019 tournament appearance, where they lost all three matches. Despite missing their captain Khadija 'Bunny' Shaw, who was sent off in their goalless draw against France, Jamaica showed determination and skill throughout the game.
 
In the first half, Atlanta Primus displayed her liveliness, attempting multiple shots to dominate the proceedings. Vyan Sampson came close to scoring with a powerful strike from the edge of the area, but Panama's goalkeeper Yenith Bailey made an excellent save to keep her team in the match.
 
Just before half-time, Drew Spence's curling free-kick was brilliantly pushed onto the bar by Bailey, denying Jamaica the lead.
 
After Swaby's breakthrough goal, Jamaica continued to press for another, and they were unlucky not to be awarded a penalty in stoppage time when the video assistant referee determined that Wendy Natis did not handle the ball to block Drew Spence's shot.
 
Despite Panama's efforts, they were unable to find the equalizer and are still searching for their first goal in the competition. Captain Marta Cox created some promising opportunities for her team, but Jamaica's defense held firm, securing their historic win.

Ignacio Quintana's side put pressure in added time, but Emily Cedeno's shot was blocked, leaving them disappointed in the end.
 

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