The Matildas, Australia’s national women’s soccer team, are set to compete in the 2019 Cup of Nations tournament. This tournament will be the first major international competition for the Matildas since their fourth-place finish at the 2018 AFC Women’s Asian Cup. With the tournament just around the corner, here are five key questions about the Matildas’ Cup of Nations campaign answered.
1. Who will be competing in the tournament?
The Matildas will be joined by New Zealand, Argentina, and Korea Republic in the four-team tournament. This will be the first time that Australia and New Zealand have faced each other in a major international competition since the 2016 Rio Olympics.
2. What is the format of the tournament?
The tournament will be played in a round-robin format, with each team playing each other once. The team with the most points at the end of the tournament will be crowned champions.
3. What is the significance of this tournament?
The Cup of Nations will be a crucial test for the Matildas ahead of this year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup in France. It will give them a chance to test themselves against some of the best teams in the world and prepare for the rigours of a major international tournament.
4. What are the Matildas’ chances of success?
The Matildas are one of the favourites to win the tournament, having won all three of their previous meetings with New Zealand and having a strong record against both Argentina and Korea Republic. With a talented squad featuring some of the best players in the world, they will be confident of success.
5. How can I follow the tournament?
The tournament will be broadcast live on Fox Sports in Australia, with coverage also available on Sky Sport in New Zealand and ESPN in Argentina and Korea Republic. Fans can also follow all the action via social media, with updates available on the official Matildas Twitter account (@TheMatildas).
The 2019 Cup of Nations is set to be an exciting tournament, and one that could prove crucial for the Matildas ahead of this year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup. With a talented squad and a strong record against their opponents, they will be confident of success. Be sure to follow all the action as it unfolds!
