Sam Kerr and head coach Joe Montemurro speak to the media after the CommBank Matildas’ 2–1 victory over Korea DPR in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup quarter-finals.
Goals from Sam Kerr and Alanna Kennedy secured the win as Australia booked their place in the semi-finals. Kerr reflects on scoring again and the mentality required in a tense knockout match, while Montemurro discusses the tactical approach, tournament football, and standout performances from players including Kennedy and Kaitlyn Torpey.
The Matildas now turn their focus to the semi-finals as their AFC Women’s Asian Cup campaign continues.
00:00 Kerr & Montemurro after Matildas’ quarter-final win
00:46 Kerr: Team performance and confidence from the win
01:18 Montemurro: Managing pressure against Korea DPR
02:35 Kerr on relief after full-time
03:59 Kerr on fitness and confidence after scoring
05:12 Montemurro: Tournament football and adapting tactically
06:28 World Cup qualification and belief in the squad
07:29 Montemurro on Alanna Kennedy’s tournament
09:22 Montemurro on coaching in Asian football
12:03 Kerr on being targeted by defenders
13:21 Montemurro on Kaitlyn Torpey’s performance
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