16 Aug 2023

Bars and restaurants rejoice after World Cup boost

From Morning Report, 8:08 am on 16 August 2023

The FIFA Women's World Cup has left the country and while the Football Ferns exited early, city bars and restaurants are counting the event as a victory.

Last night, Spain defeated Sweden 2-1 in the first semi-final at Eden Park, the last game of the tournament to be played in New Zealand.

Reporter Emma Stanford spoke to some happy local businesses.

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