In arguably the biggest match in the Matildas’ history, Australia is gearing up for a quarterfinal against France at Brisbane Stadium.
Australia has turned it on in their last two matches, smashing Canada 4-0, before putting in a thorough and professional performance in their Round of 16 win over Denmark in front of a record crowd in Sydney.
Their clash against France is their biggest challenge yet, with Les Bleues undefeated at the tournament and scoring 10 goals in their last two matches, including a 4-0 drubbing of Morocco in the Round of 16.
Despite being outsiders for the match, the Matildas are being backed by all of Australia, with a sold-out and passionate crowd expected in Brisbane, as well as millions watching on from home and at live sites up and down the country.
Will it be enough to power them to a first-ever semifinal?
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