The Matildas finished fourth after Fridolina Rolfö’s penalty and Kosovare Asllani’s goal gave Sweden victory
, for understandable reasons, don’t seem to have been able to fire themselves up for the third place playoff. I can’t help but think they’ll be serious contenders at next year’s Olympics, especially with a near miss at glory to spur them on.” They have to qualify first, Kári Tulinius. They won’t guarantee their place in Paris until the end of February next year.“No complaints about that result,” emails Chris Paraskevas. “Fourth place is what we deserve .
Not for the first time Chris, I agree with you. The obvious caveat being Australia won’t be hosting a World Cup again any time soon. This was a rare moment with everything to the Matildas’ advantage. As incredible as the month has been, it will be viewed as an opportunity missed on the field.Tony Gustavsson brings his squad together for his customary postmatch huddle.
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