Australia v Slovenia: international women's football friendly live
Briefly

In June, the appointment of Joe Montemurro as head coach of the Australian national women's football team, the Matildas, was confirmed after months of speculation. Montemurro aims to capitalize on the momentum from the 2023 Women's World Cup and is tasked with developing a mixed squad of experienced players and new talent to prepare for the upcoming Asian Cup. This initial period includes a friendly series against Slovenia and will help Montemurro get acquainted with his team.
Joe Montemurro has been tasked with reviving Matildas mania post-2023 Women's World Cup and building a strong squad for next year's Asian Cup.
Amy Sayer, returning from ACL injury, excelled in her second game, scoring twice and highlighting the promising talent within the Matildas.
This match marks the beginning of a crucial four-game series for the Matildas in Western Australia, coinciding with Joe Montemurro's coaching debut.
Aiming to prepare the team for the 2026 Women's Asian Cup, these games are crucial for Montemurro to familiarize himself with the squad.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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