Matildas Left in the Dust: Football Australia's Stagnation Exposed at SheBelieves Cup
2025-02-27
ESPN.com
The Matildas' disappointing campaign at the SheBelieves Cup has come to a close, with a 2-1 loss to Colombia in San Diego sealing their fate as tournament cellar-dwellers. Australia's struggles to start games strongly continued, highlighting the need for improvement in women's football. As the team's poor form persists, concerns grow about the state of Football Australia and its ability to support the Matildas' success, with key areas such as player development and coaching under scrutiny. With the women's game on the rise globally, Australia risks being left behind. Key issues include poor team performance, lack of player development, and inadequate coaching support.
