Hinata Miyazawa scored a pair of goals and Mina Tanaka and Jun Endo each added a goal and an assist as Japan beat Zambia 5-0 to open Women’s World Cup play for both sides

Wolves have alleged one of their players was subjected to discriminatory abuse during their Premier League game at Crystal Palace on Sunday. The club reported the matter to the officials and stadium authorities at Selhurst Park and a supporter was subsequently ejected from the ground. Police have also been informed. The player affected has not been named. A statement from Wolves read: “We are very disappointed to report that one of our players was the target of discriminatory abuse by an opposing fan during today’s game with Crystal Palace. “We reported the incident quickly to Crystal Palace, Premier League match centre and the matchday officials. “Crystal Palace security moved swiftly to remove the supporter in question and notified police at Selhurst Park. “We are offering our full support to the player involved and have provided a formal statement to the Metropolitan Police. “Racism or discrimination in any form is completely unacceptable and should never be left unchallenged.” The PA news agency has contacted the Metropolitan Police. Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live

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