Matildas brought undone in Japan horror show

The Matildas' hopes of home Asian Cup glory have been handed a stern reality check, with a dominant Japan pouncing on a disastrous defensive showing to deal Australia a thumping 4-0 defeat.
Feb 20, 2025, 10:25 pm - AAP

Match Timeline

Japan
Australia
  • 6
  • 32
  • 52
  • 60
  • 64
  • 71
  • 74
  • 75
  • 85
  • 85

Match Commentary

85'
Yuka Momiki (Japan) Substitution at 85'
85'
Natasha Prior (Australia) Substitution at 85'
85'
Miyabi Moriya (Japan) Substitution at 85'
Match Stats
JPNAUS
Possession
58.2%
41.858.2
41.8%
Shots on Goal
8
0
Shot Attempts
18
1
Yellow Cards
0
0
Corner Kicks
7
2
Saves
0
4