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Matildas thrashed by Olympic champs Germany

The Matildas endured a sobering return to international action, being outclassed in a 5-2 defeat by Olympic champions Germany in Wiesbaden.
May 17, 2023, 05:08 am - AAP

Match Timeline

Germany
Australia
  • KO
  • 11
  • 15
  • HT
  • 45
  • 48
  • 57
  • 58
  • 59
  • 60
  • 62
  • 64
  • 73
  • 76
  • 82
  • 88
  • 90+1
  • 90+2
  • FT

Match Commentary

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Match ends, Germany 5, Australia 2.
90'+4'
Second Half ends, Germany 5, Australia 2.
90'+2'
Goal! Germany 5, Australia 2. Emily Gielnik (Australia) header from the centre of the box to the high centre of the goal. Assisted by Emma Checker with a cross.
Match Stats
GERAUS
Possession
62.2%
37.862.2
37.8%
Shots on Goal
9
2
Shot Attempts
24
5
Yellow Cards
0
0
Corner Kicks
5
5
Saves
0
4