Coach hails ‘night to celebrate’ with 1-0 win over FranceCaitlin Foord urges fans to pump up the volume
Australia’s win over world No 5 France just six days out from the Women’s World Cup was the final step in their preparation and a “night to celebrate”, Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson said.
After failing to convert chances in a the first half, a goal from 20-year-old Mary Fowler from a Hayley Raso pass sealed the victory even after veterans Sam Kerr, and Steph Catley were substituted off.
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