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Matildas Coach Vows Future Focus After Asian Cup Final Loss
Following Australia's 1-0 loss to Japan in the Women's Asian Cup final in Sydney, coach Joe Montemurro is looking to the future. Montemurro aims to maintain the Matildas' competitiveness and silverware contention.
Joe Montemurro, with less than ten months leading up to the Women's Asian Cup final, intends to secure the Matildas' competitiveness. Australia lost to Japan 1-0 in the final in Sydney. Montemurro said that the team should focus on their own ideas instead of fearing their rivals. He added that he is trying to instill comfort in their approach. Montemurro noted the importance of not over-analysing opponents, expressing confidence in their own capabilities. Montemurro believes that Australia possesses the talent to remain competitive.
Key Facts
- Australia lost 1-0 against Japan in the Women's Asian Cup final.
- Joe Montemurro had limited time to prepare the squad for the tournament.
- Montemurro wants the Matildas to focus on their strengths.
- Montemurro aims to instill confidence in the team's approach.
- Montemurro is confident in the team's abilities.
- Montemurro believes Australia has the talent to stay competitive.
- The next World Cup will be held in Brazil next year.