Spain to host Matildas in June as World Cup preparations step up a gear

The Matildas and Spain are set to meet for the first time in women’s international football.

The Matildas are heading to Spain in June. Picture: Mark Kolbe/Getty Images

The Matildas’ 2023 Women’s World Cup preparations will continue in June with a friendly international against Spain in Huelva.

The June 25 clash will be the first time the nations have met in women’s football.

Sam Kerr and the Matildas will meet in June. Picture: Matt King/Getty Images

“To have an opponent of the calibre of Spain lined up for June is an enticing prospect for all fans of (the) Matildas and fans of football,” Football Australia CEO James Johnson said.

“When it comes to the women’s game right now, Spain is one of the leading nations in world, whether it’s club or national team football.

“We are appreciative of the co-operation of the Royal Spanish Football Federation in organising this important preparation match with the world’s biggest women’s sporting event fast approaching.”

A second match involving the Matildas in the June international window will soon be announced by FA.

Originally published as Spain to host Matildas in June as World Cup preparations step up a gear