The Matildas saw a wave of new talent emerge in 2024, with eight debutants making their mark on the national team. Players like Freier, Heatley, Prior, Torpey, Galic and Davidson showcased their potential, setting the stage for exciting contributions in upcoming tournaments.
As the Matildas plan for the 2026 Asian Cup, 2027 World Cup and 2028 Olympics, last year offered a tantalising glimpse into the future of Australian women's football.
The 23-year-old made her Olympic debut with the Matildas in July, despite having only made two appearances for the national side at the time. The 23-year-old impressed in her debut, showing promise both as a defensive midfielder and a central defender. Prior had an immediate impact after coming on against Brazil, prompting interim head coach Tom Sermanni to remark that he hadn't seen a player who looked as much "like they belonged" in the squad since Clare Hunt.
Dubbed the "future of Australian football" by former Matilda Grace Gill, Galic's attacking flair and versatility has seen her recognised as one of the best football wonder-kids in the world. Davidson immediately lived up to that early endorsement, scoring her first Matildas goal just 6 minutes into her starting debut.Chloe LincolnAside from Lincoln, no goalkeeper has been given the opportunity to debut in the green and gold since 2021.
An injury to Chloe Logarzo meant the team needed a reliable midfielder, and Hughes stepped up, impressing enough in that short time frame to earn her debut.
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