True to their catchphrase, the “Never Say Die” Matildas were not going to die wondering. In the biggest match in their 45-year history, with the weight of a nation on their shoulders, Australia were in vintage form in Melbourne on Monday night. Showing the composure and attacking flair that had deserted them in their first two matches, the Matildas secured a berth in the last 16 with a four-goal thrashing of Olympic champions Canada.
It was a must-win clash – and the Matildas duly triumphed. Victory was vindication for coach Tony Gustavsson, who had faced increasing criticism after his side narrowly beat Ireland to open the tournament and then lost to Nigeria four days ago.
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