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New Wave of Matilda Mania Hits Perth After World Cup Absence
The 12-team tournament serves as 2027 Women's World Cup qualifier with Australia aiming for their first Asian Cup title since 2010 while the Philippines seek redemption.
- On Sunday, the Matildas host the Philippines women's national team at Optus Stadium in Perth, with Sam Kerr in the squad for the Women's Asian Cup opener.
- Matildas fandom surged after the last World Cup, producing 18 consecutive sold-out matches as Australia hosts a 12-team tournament offering semifinals and World Cup qualification.
- Coach Joe Montemurro has selected Mary Fowler despite limited minutes after ACL surgery, balancing veterans with younger call‑ups like Bella Passion to build depth and tactical flexibility.
- A glitzy opening ceremony will precede the opener featuring a chart-topping performer, while Perth's Sam Kerr Football Centre hosted training sessions drawing 800 supporters and ABC Sport will broadcast coverage.
- Longer term, the event will shape player development pipelines and coaching decisions as squads evolve, with the Filipinas seeking redemption after an Eight-0 loss, and a successful Asian Cup cementing the Matildas' legacy.
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New wave of Matilda mania hits Perth after World Cup absence
After missing out on hosting Matildas games during the 2023 Women’s World Cup, Perth fans are embracing their status as host city for Australia’s opening game when the Women’s Asian Cup begins on Sunday.
·City of Perth, Australia
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Philippines up for the fight against the Matildas in Women's Asian Cup opener
The last time the Filipinas faced Australia they were trounced 8-0. But they have a renewed side and spirit, and are ready to push the Matildas all the way in the first Women's Asian Cup game in Perth.
·Australia
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Matildas reveal Asian Cup jersey ahead of first match
The Matildas have unveiled their Asian Cup jerseys ahead of the tournament opener against the Philippines on Sunday. Head coach Joe Montemurro is set to finalise his team for the match with the event also a key step on the road to next year's World Cup in Brazil
·Sydney, Australia
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