The last time the Matildas played a match against England, it was the 2023 Women’s World Cup semi-final which knocked Australia out of their home tournament. Needless to say, it left Steph Catley with a lasting wound.

“Obviously, we’re in a completely different stage now with our team. Different coach, different players, different tournament, but I think you can’t help but remember past games when you come up against the same opposition and I think that was probably one of the most heartbreaking games I’ve played in my career,” Catley said over video call from England on Monday night.

On Wednesday, the two sides will meet again. Although this time, with just three friendly matches until the start of the 2026 Asian Cup when the Matildas will get a second shot at a major home tournament, p

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