Matildas announce four-game series against Slovenia and Panama to be played in Perth and Bunbury

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Matildas announce four-game series against Slovenia and Panama to be played in Perth and Bunbury

Western Australia is set for its second multi-game instalment of Matildas fever in the space of two years, with the national team heading west for a four-game slate.

The Matildas confirmed on Monday they would return to WA to take on both Slovenia and Panama in a two-game series for four games in 13 days.

The two Slovenia games will be played at HBF Park on June 26 and June 29, before a historic game against Panama at Hands Oval in Bunbury on July 5.

Australia’s second match against Panama will take place back in Perth at HBF Park on July 8.

The games could serve as something of a homecoming for Sam Kerr, although the *********** superstar and Matildas captain is yet to feature for Chelsea this season despite being 16 months removed from a torn ACL.

Panama, who are no strangers to Perth having played Jamaica at HBF Park during the 2023 Women’s World Cup, are ranked 57th in the world, while Slovenia are 38th in the FIFA rankings.

The Matildas last played in Perth in October 2023, when they drew three sold-out crowds for a trio of Olympic qualifiers.

Camera IconYoung Matildas players Ischia Brooking, Jessica Skinner and Theo Mouithys are pictured with young soccer players from the Perth community. Credit: Michael Wilson/The West ***********

They will also kick off the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup at Optus Stadium on March 1 next year.

Tourism Minister Reece Whitby said bringing the Matildas back to WA was a coup for the state.

“Who doesn’t love the Matildas? We all fell in love with them during the World Cup. They inspired young girls and young boys to play the world game,” he said.

“What these events do is they put Western Australia and Perth on the map as a destination for big, must-see events, big sporting events.”

The Bunbury fixture will be the Matildas’ first-ever match in regional WA and Whitby said it would be the perfect opportunity for fans to explore the South West.

“We get people in the area, they’re here for a couple of days. They’re going to taste and explore, they’re going to be spending their money, so a great boost for local businesses,” he said.

“We’re going to see hospitality, accommodation providers, tourism operators, pubs, bars, cafes, all benefiting millions of dollars worth of investment.”

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