CommBank Matildas head coach Joe Montemurro and defender Alanna Kennedy speak to media following Australia’s 4-0 win over Iran at the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026.
Montemurro reflects on the Matildas growing into the tournament, integrating key attacking players returning from injury, and managing the squad across a busy schedule. Kennedy discusses her role in midfield, scoring twice in the victory, and the team’s focus on improving heading into the next match.
The Matildas now turn their attention to the final group stage fixture as they continue their AFC Women’s Asian Cup campaign.
00:00 Montemurro: Matildas “growing into the tournament”
00:29 Kennedy reflects on the 4-0 win
01:18 Kennedy on starting and scoring twice
01:57 Montemurro on Kerr, Fowler and attacking players
03:09 Montemurro gives injury update on Hayley Raso
03:43 Montemurro on Sam Kerr and squad recovery
05:02 Kennedy on exchanges with Iran players after the match
06:06 Montemurro on Mary Fowler’s performance
06:52 Montemurro on Kennedy’s midfield role and squad depth
08:16 Montemurro previews South Korea clash
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