The Matildas will play France in Melbourne six days before opening their home World Cup campaign, rounding out their preparations against another top-five opponent to complement April’s away friendly against England.
Tony Gustavsson’s side will reunite at Marvel Stadium on 14 July for the traditional ‘send-off match’ before relocating Brisbane, where they will base themselves throughout the group stage of the tournament proper, during which they will play the Republic of Ireland, Nigeria and Canada.
