Five Matildas flying under the radar at the Women's World Cup | Sarah Groube

The likes of Sam Kerr grab most of the headlines, but several less heralded Australians are intent on making an impact in France

Australia’s preparations for the Women’s World Cup dramatically ramp up when they face European champions the Netherlands in Eindhoven at the weekend. The game, in front of an expected full house of 35,000 at the Philips Stadion, will give coach Ante Milicic an real idea of how his charges are faring with a week to go before the tournament in France kicks off.

It should also give several fringe players a final chance to impress Milicic in a game situation before the Matildas open their campaign against Italy on 9 December. Here are five players hoping to make an impact.

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