The Matildas will take on Sweden in front of an expected full house at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium in November, ahead of next year's Women's World Cup.
abc.net.au/news/matildas-play-sweden-in-fifa-world-cup-warm-up-in-melbourne/101353670Melbourne will host what is expected to be an international blockbuster FIFA Women's World Cup warm-up match between the Matildas and Sweden in November.It will be the first Matildas game in Melbourne for almost four years
Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events Steve Dimopoulos said it would likely attract a capacity crowd and would mark the first Matildas game in Victoria for nearly four years after lockdowns and travel restrictions. Football Australia chief executive officer James Johnson said it was an exciting opportunity for soccer fans.
"A game against a European team on its own is huge. She said it was a great opportunity to showcase how the team is building towards the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup.Melbourne Rectangular Stadium is the city's dedicated soccer venue.
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