Mary Fowler Matildas Performance Injury Group B France Team Performance Training Sessions Team Absences Team Captain Ireland Victory Penalty Key Player Injury Steph Catley Supporters Injured Players Depth of Squad Team Composition Tactics Must-win scenario for World Cup survival Sam Kerr's Influence and Absence Coaching Decisions Group B Standings Group Stage Quarterfinals Player Injury Players Ratings Record Sam Kerr's Injury Media Pressure Soccer Savviness Public Holiday Consideration Impact and Inspiration Mistaken Celebration by Barnaby Joyce Historical Performance Starting Lineup Funding Interest in the sport Impact on youth soccer development New Zealand Fourth Place Finish Sam Kerr