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Slovenia’s Late Equaliser Spoils the Matildas’ Montemurro Welcome Party

The Matildas drew 1-1 with Slovenia on June 29, 2025, at HBF Park in Perth during Joe Montemurro's second game as coach.
The match followed a 3-0 win over Slovenia on June 26, but the late equaliser came after a strong Australian performance marked by improved possession and defensive stability.
Michelle Heyman opened the scoring in the 50th minute following a setup from Remy Seimsen and Ellie Carpenter, but Slovenia fought back late with Mirjam Kastelec netting a rebound goal in stoppage time after Naja Poje Mihelic’s shot struck the post.
Montemurro described the match as an ideal opportunity for development and learning, encouraging players to improve ball protection and take more risks, while 13,115 spectators watched the game.
After the series, Montemurro intends to change up the squad by introducing eight players who will participate in matches versus Panama scheduled for July 5 and 8, as part of preparations for next year’s Asian Cup hosted in Australia.

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ABC Australia

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Kennedy keen on Matildas midfield role after Slovenia draw

Matildas veteran Alanna Kennedy says she would welcome further opportunities to play in the midfield following Australia's 1-1 draw with Slovenia on Sunday night.

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Matildas ship late goal in draw with Slovenia

A 91st-minute strike from Mirjam Kastelec has earned Slovenia a 1-1 draw with the Matildas in Perth, denying Joe Montemurro two wins from two games as Australian coach and spoiling an improved performance from the hosts.

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Matildas denied late despite improved performance

The Matildas have been stunned by a last-gasp equaliser as Slovenia secured a dramatic 1-1 draw at HBF Park to deny Australia a series sweep.

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Sydney Morning Herald

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Slovenia’s late equaliser spoils the Matildas’ Montemurro welcome party

New Matildas coach Joe Montemurro had urged his players to be braver with the ball – and it went to plan until the final minutes against Slovenia in Perth.

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The West Australian

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Be bold and brave: Montemurro gives Matildas wings

The Matildas were error-riddled and stagnant at times during their 3-0 win over Slovenia, but it was an important first step in the Joe Montemurro era.

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'Like a fine wine': A-Leagues star shows new Matildas boss 'she well and truly still has it'

Michelle Heyman was on the scoresheet again as the CommBank Matildas were held to a 1-1 draw by Slovenia in their international friendly. Ninja A-League legend Heyman broke the deadlock on Sunday before Mirjam Kastelec dramatically equalised in the 91st minute in Perth. New Matildas head coach and A-Leagues great Joe Montemurro made six changes to the starting XI that defeated Slovenia on Thursday, with Heyman, Mackenzie Arnold, Remy Siemsen, Ky…

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