No Kerr, no worries. That was the message from the Matildas on Thursday evening, with a historic win in the co-hosts’ opening match.
It was more laboured than expected, Australia struggling to break down a robust Ireland defence after the 11th-hour omission of their captain, Sam Kerr due to a calf injury. But a clinical penalty from the stand‑in skipper, Steph Catley, early in the second half was enough for victory.
