The Matildas will play France in Melbourne six days before opening their home World Cup campaign, rounding out their preparations against another top-five opponent to complement April’s away friendly against England.
Tony Gustavsson’s side will reunite at Marvel Stadium on 14 July for the traditional ‘send-off match’ before relocating Brisbane, where they will base themselves throughout the group stage of the tournament proper, during which they will play the Republic of Ireland, Nigeria and Canada.
The fixture is a coup and will present Sam Kerr and the team with an ideal chance to…
