CommBank Matildas midfielder Emily van Egmond is set to make her 170th national team appearance on Tuesday evening, overtaking Clare Polkinghorne to become the most-capped Australian player.
She was speaking alongside Head Coach Joe Montemurro in Perth ahead of the semi-final at Perth Stadium.
0:00 Preparations ahead of semi-final clash
0:35 Emily van Egmond on potentially becoming Australia’s most capped player
1:10 Team focus ahead of the semifinal
2:12 Facing China again and their qualities as an opponent
3:05 Reflecting on career milestones and representing Australia
4:00 The leadership group and experienced players in the squad
5:12 What makes this Matildas team special
6:28 Family support and inspiration for the next generation
7:48 Tactical challenge of facing China
9:02 Joe Montemurro on the squad and tournament football
10:12 Handling pressure in knockout matches
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