Overview

• Mirjam Kastelec’s 91st-minute equaliser at HBF Park cancelled out Michelle Heyman’s 50th-minute opener and prevented a 2-0 series win for Australia.
• Under Joe Montemurro, the Matildas showed sharper possession control and fewer defensive-third turnovers than in their 3-0 midweek victory.
• Montemurro made six changes to his starting XI, including moving Alanna Kennedy into midfield to test tactical versatility and squad depth.
• The draw concludes the Western Australia friendlies before Australia faces Panama in Bunbury on July 5 and at Perth’s HBF Park on July 8.
• Montemurro emphasized using this camp to build depth and instill a proactive, ball-retention philosophy ahead of the 2026 Asian Cup.