Twenty three girls named Matilda had the best job in the country today presenting our 23 theMatildas with their FIFAWWC jerseys. Every one of them relishing the chance to create history. FIFAWWC 7NEWS
France, under new coach Herve Renard, beat Ireland 3-0 last week while the Matildas have not been in action since beating England on April 12.
The fact they haven’t played a competitive together in three months is looming as a slight concern for the Matildas.“We want to enjoy it but it’s our last game before we head into the tournament,” attacker Foord told reporters on Tuesday.“We’ve just had a lot of hard weeks now and this is what we play for - the game.”
The Matildas could face France again in the World Cup quarter-finals or semi-finals, depending on how the tournament plays out.“We could potentially face them as well. It’s preparing us for games that play similarly to France as well. “Just for our confidence going into the tournament - a good result, a good performance will help us leading in. It’s massive, this game.”
Friday’s clash is close to a sellout while the Matildas have a final squad presentation at Melbourne’s Federation Square on Tuesday afternoon.“To have a game now , big crowd, prepare us for what we’re going to head into. We’re just excited. It’s been a long time coming,” the Arsenal forward said.“ very mature for their age. When I look at myself at their age, I was very different.“Heading into the tournament, if they need any help or whatever, I’m sure they can lean on us.
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