Every player rated: Will perfect game lock veteran in for Paris?
The Matildas scored a perfect 10 as they booked their tickets to the Paris Olympics with a 10-0 win over Uzbekistan, but ERIN SMITH rates every Aussie from the match.
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Matildas waltzing to Paris after perfect 10 dismantles Uzbekistan
The Matildas are off to Paris after dispatching a hapless Uzbekistan 10-0 in Marvel Stadium in front of 54,000 people in the second leg of their Olympic qualifiers.
Fury over highly sought-after Matildas jersey
Matildas fans waited eagerly to sport the legendary purple colours of Australia’s iconic goalkeepers, but many were left disappointed.
Heartbreak hero: Heyman long odds to make Olympic squad
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