The Matildas are down 1-0 in their World Cup third-place playoff clash with Sweden as tempers started to flare in Brisbane. Follow all the updates in our live blog.
There were a few enterprising moments for Australia in that opening stanza, but mostly it was played on Sweden's terms.
The Matildas are honestly lucky not to be down by more as it feels like the semifinal all over again, with Australia's centre-backs battling against the speed of their opponents. This time it's Stina Blackstenius constantly charging onto long balls in behind. It earned them their penalty and goal and created so many more chances, so expect that approach to continue in the second half.There's desperation in their play and of course Katrina Gorry looks ready to square up at every opportunity. She's sitting on a yellow in this match so she has to be careful. I'm sure she doesn't want to end her tournament sent off.
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