European champions the Netherlands scored an injury-time winner to break New Zealand's resistance  in their opening Women's World Cup match in Le Havre.

LE HAVRE, France (AP) — Jill Roord came off the bench and scored in stoppage time to give the Netherlands a 1-0 victory over New Zealand in the Women's World Cup group opener for both teams Tuesday.

The Netherlands, ranked No. 8 in the world, controlled possession throughout the game but couldn't get by New Zealand goalkeeper Erin Nayler until Roord's breakthrough header

But it was New Zealand, seeking a first World Cup win in their fifth tournament appearance, who came closest to breaking the deadlock when Olivia Chance struck the bar early in the first half.

The Netherlands, ranked No. 8 in the world, controlled possession throughout the game but couldn't get by New Zealand goalkeeper Erin Nayler until Roord's breakthrough header.

Netherlands has edged past New Zealand. The girls are ecstatic. What a finish! That concludes game one of the day. Join us for the next fixture where Chile takes on Sweden in a Group F match at the Stade de la Route de Lorient in Rennes, France.