Matildas lose 4-2 to Germany in World Cup preparation

Summarised from 2 outlets · 4 reports · Updated 9 Oct, 22:24 · Archive

Australia lost 4-2 to Germany in a Women's World Cup warm-up match in Karlsruhe.

The Matildas suffered a 4-2 defeat to Germany in Karlsruhe in a crucial World Cup preparation match. Germany dominated throughout, with the outlets noting Australia were outclassed despite scoring twice. Captain Sam Kerr headed in just before half-time to reduce the deficit after Germany had taken an early two-goal lead. Striker Holly McNamara added a late consolation goal, but Germany's Camilla Kuver and Sjoeke Nusken ensured the hosts secured victory.

The result proved costly for Australia's World Cup seeding. A win would have kept them firmly in pot two of four for the draw, meaning better odds of a favourable group. Germany's victory came despite the two-time world champions being without key players including captain Giulia Gwinn (ankle injury) and Liverpool forward Vivien Endemann (calf injury).

Australia had limited international windows remaining before next year's World Cup in Brazil. Mary Fowler, the Manchester City star, was absent from the squad for personal reasons. Defender Tori Tumeth made her debut off the bench in the second half. The Matildas will face Haiti next on Wednesday in France.

Matildas lose 4-2 to Germany in World Cup preparation — Image: The West Australian

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Matildas handed World Cup reality check as dominant Germany seal 4-2 win in KarlsruheThe Matildas scored twice but were never truly in the contest against a powerful German line-up.The West Australian · 9 Oct, 22:17
Matildas handed World Cup reality check as dominant Germany seal 4-2 win in KarlsruheThe Matildas scored twice but were never truly in the contest against a powerful German line-up.Perth Now · 9 Oct, 22:17
Kerr, McNamara score, but Matildas go down to GermanyWith their eyes firmly set on the FIFA Women's World Cup, the Matildas received a reality check in a loss to a European powerhouse.Perth Now · 9 Oct, 22:05
Kerr, McNamara score, but Matildas go down to GermanyWith their eyes firmly set on the FIFA Women's World Cup, the Matildas received a reality check in a loss to a European powerhouse.The West Australian · 9 Oct, 22:05

In this story: Sam Kerr · Holly McNamara · Germany · Australia · Mary Fowler · Tori Tumeth · Brazil

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