Australia take on Nigeria in their second match of the World Cup group stage, with the Matildas knowing a win will secure their place in the Round of 16.
They managed a hard-fought 1-0 win over the Republic of Ireland on the opening night of the tournament, but they had to do it without injured captain Sam Kerr. They also now have fresh injury concerns, with Kerr’s replacement Mary Fowler out for tonight’s clash.
Nigeria come into this match off the back of a gritty 0-0 draw against Canada, where keeper Chiamaka Nnadozie saved a Christine Sinclair penalty.
It will be a big ask to get a repeat result or better for the Super Falcons, with a sold-out and fervent crowd expected at Brisbane Stadium to cheer on the Matildas.
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Australia vs Nigeria score
| Score | Goalscorers | |
| Australia | 0 | |
| Nigeria | 0 |
Starting lineups:
Australia starting lineup (4-4-1-1, right to left): 18-Arnold (GK) — 21-Carpenter, 14-Kennedy, 15-Hunt, 7-Catley — 16-Raso, 19-Gorry, 23-Cooney-Cross, 5-Vine — 10-Van Egmond — 9-Foord.
Nigeria…
