The Matildas and New Zealand will face off for the second time in five days on Tuesday night.
Australia struck twice in injury-time on Friday to claim a memorable 2-1 win against the Kiwis in Townsville.
Both teams now head to Canberra for another clash as the 2023 Women's World Cup in their own backyards edges closer.
Matildas vs New Zealand match details
| Game | Broadcast options | Venue | Date | Time (AEST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia vs New Zealand | 10 Bold, 10Play, Paramount+ | GIO Stadium | Tueday, April 12 | 7.45pm |
The Matildas dominated Friday's match but struggled to find the back of the net until Emily Van Egmond and Sam Kerr stepped up in the dying minutes.
Coach Tony Gustavsson will be hoping his team can improve on their finishing which has been an issue of late.
New Zealand put in a valiant performance on Friday as they defended well and opened the scoring via an Anna Green screamer.
Despite the eventual result, the Kiwis will have taken plenty from that first friendly and have proven they can test the Matildas across 90 minutes.
This is the Matildas' first game in Canberra since 2013 when they beat New Zealand on penalties in the Centenary Cup.
How to watch Matildas vs New Zealand in Australia
Network 10 boast the broadcast rights to Matildas friendlies in Australia with this match to be shown on television via 10 Bold.
The game can also be streamed online via 10 Play or Paramount Plus.
10 Play is free to use, while Paramount+ offers free seven-day trials for new customers.
Matildas squad & team news
| Name | Club | Name | Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mackenzie Arnold | West Ham | Ellie Carpenter | Lyon |
| Steph Catley | Arsenal | Alex Chidiac | Melbourne Victory |
| Caitlin Foord | Arsenal | Mary Fowler | Montpellier |
| Emily Gielnik | Aston Villa | Katrina Gorry | Brisbane Roar/Vittsjo GIK |
| Charlotte Grant | FC Rosengard | Allana Kennedy | Manchester City |
| Sam Kerr | Chelsea | Aivi Luik | Pomigliano |
| Courtney Nevin | Melbourne Victory | Clare Polkinghorne | Vittsjo GIK |
| Hayley Raso | Manchester City | Remy Siemsen | Sydney FC |
| Kyah Simon | Tottenham | Emily van Egmond | San Diego Wave |
| Cortnee Vine | Sydney FC | Clare Wheeler | Fortuna Hjorring |
| Lydia Williams | Arsenal | Tameka Yallop | West Ham |
Alex Chidiac was a late addition to the squad after replacing Kyra Cooney-Cross.
Katrina Gorry also returned to the team after having a baby last year and starred last time out against the Football Ferns.
Gustavsson confirmed on Monday that the entire squad is fully fit, aside from Courtney Nevin.
New Zealand squad & team news
Lily Alfeld, Victoria Esson, Erin Nayler, Elizabeth Anton, Katie Bowen, Claudia Bunge, Anna Green, Meikayla Moore, Ali Riley, Rebekah Stott, Ashleigh Ward, Olivia Chance, Daisy Cleverley, Betsy Hassett, Grace Jale, Ria Percival, Malia Steinmetz, Ava Collins, Jacqui Hand, Gabi Rennie, Emma Rolston, Paige Satchell, Hannah Wilkinson.
Jacqui Hand was withdrawn from the squad on April 7 after testing positive for COVID-19. No replacement was named.
Matildas vs New Zealand past results
| Result | Date | Tournament |
|---|---|---|
| Australia 2-1 New Zealand | April 8, 2022 | Friendly |
| Australia 2-1 New Zealand | July 21, 2021 | Olympics |
| Australia 2-0 New Zealand | February 28, 2019 | Cup of Nations |
| Australia 1-1 New Zealand | June 7, 2016 | Friendly |
| Australia 2-0 New Zealand | June 4, 2016 | Friendly |
| New Zealand 2-3 Australia | February 12, 2015 | Friendly |
