Wales Women to Host Australia in October Friendly at Cardiff City Stadium

Wales Women will host Australia in a friendly at Cardiff City Stadium on Saturday 25 October at 14:00 BST.

This marks their first match since debuting at Euro 2025. Rhian Wilkinson's team will begin preparations for the 2027 World Cup qualifiers, running from February to December 2026.

The match follows Wales' exit from Euro 2025 after three group defeats, though Jess Fishlock scored Wales' first goal at a major finals against France.

"Reaching a major tournament for the first time was an incredible milestone," said Wilkinson. "Facing Australia will celebrate our history-makers and set the stage for our future development against one of the world's top teams. I hope the Red Wall and new supporters fill Cardiff City Stadium for what promises to be a great Saturday afternoon."

Midfielder Jess Fishlock, 38, has yet to decide on her participation in the qualification campaign for Brazil 2027, stating: "I need to reflect, but no decisions have been made."

Wales have never faced the Matildas, who finished fourth at the 2023 World Cup and are ranked 15th globally, boasting stars like Sam Kerr and Caitlin Foord from the WSL.

The friendly will be broadcast live on INLIBER One Wales, INLIBER iPlayer, the INLIBER Sport website and app, INLIBER Radio Wales, and INLIBER Radio Cymru. The draw for the European qualifiers for Brazil 2027 will be held on 4 November 2025.

This match offers Wales Women the chance to build on Euro 2025 experience and prepare for a crucial World Cup qualifying campaign.

This topic was reported by BBC.

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