The Matildas’ coach wants the side to face the world’s best – so why are they playing Malawi next? | Samantha Lewis

In the afterglow of the Asian Cup, Australia will begin preparations for the 2027 Women’s World Cup with a friendly series alongside three low-ranked teams Did someone forget to include Matildas head coach Joe Montemurro on the emails? Barely a week ago, after Australia’s agonising defeat to Japan in the Asian Cup final, Montemurro said his team needed “more regular, top international competition” to build on the progress and momentum that the tournament had begun. Continue reading...

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