Hear from head coach Joe Montemurro following Australia's AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Squad Announcement.
🗣️📰 Key Talking Points:
0:00 - 0:30 - Introduction
0:31 - 1:51 Mary Fowler's inclusion in the squad
1:52 - 4:20 Squad selection
4:21 - 5:15 Michelle Heyman and Holly McNamara selection
5:16 - 6:04 Monitoring of A-League players
6:05 - 6:57 Message to new fans about the squad
6:58 - 7:59 Sam Kerr selection, excitement and expectations
8:00 - 10:05 Squad depth and rotation
10:06 - 10:53 Alex Chidiac's selection
10:54 - 12:09 Versatility and adaptability in midfield
12:10 - 13:46 Confidence and belief against Japan
13:47 - 15:26 Preparation vs opponents
15:27 - 16:23 Mary Fowler's mindset
16:26 - 17:00 Coach excitement vs pressure
17:01 - 18:02 First match v Philippines expectations
18:03 - 19:06 Remaining preparations before the first game
19:08 - 20:57 Quality of Australia coaches and staff overseas
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By Football Australia
February 18, 2026