Article 5RG2W Matildas to play world champions USA in another two-match series on home soil

Matildas to play world champions USA in another two-match series on home soil

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Mike Hytner
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The world No 1-ranked USA will play in Australia for the first time in 21 years in a two-match mini-series against the Matildas at the end of the month.

Sydney's Stadium Australia and McDonald Jones Stadium in Newcastle will host matches on 27 November and 30 November respectively, Football Australia announced on Thursday, giving Tony Gustavsson's side another chance to prove their credentials against the two-time defending world champions.

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