The Matildas have triumphed, securing their place in the semifinals of the FIFA Women’s World Cup following a victory over France this past Saturday.

Their upcoming course in the tournament is now under the spotlight.

In the impending semifinal clash, the Matildas are set to face off against England. The highly anticipated match is scheduled for this Wednesday, August 16th.

Kickoff time

The kickoff times are as follows: 8:00 PM AEST for ACT, NSW, Queensland, Tasmania, and Victoria; 7:30 PM ACST for Northern Territory and South Australia; and 6:00 PM AWST for Western Australia. The exciting encounter will unfold at Stadium Australia in Sydney/Gadigal.

For eager spectators, the game will be broadcasted on Channel Seven and Optus Sport.

Enthusiasts can also tune in via ABC Sport, which is providing live, uninterrupted, and commercial-free coverage of the entire 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup through the ABC Listen App. A live blogging of the match will also be available on the ABC News website.

Grand final

Should the Matildas triumph on Wednesday, their journey will lead them to the grand finale.

The ultimate showdown to seize the World Cup title is slated for Sunday, August 20th, at Stadium Australia, Sydney/Gadigal. The commencement time for this pivotal match mirrors that of the semifinal: 8:00 PM AEST for ACT, NSW, Queensland, Tasmania, and Victoria; 7:30 PM ACST for Northern Territory and South Australia; and 6:00 PM AWST for Western Australia.

In the realm of semifinals, the Matildas aren’t the sole contenders.

Spain and Sweden are set to lock horns in the other semifinal duel. This match is scheduled for Tuesday, August 15th, at 8:00 PM AEST at Eden Park in Auckland/Tāmaki Makaurau.

As the anticipation builds, the Matildas’ full squad lineup is a subject of keen interest.

The journey of these athletes is capturing the hearts of many, as they strive for victory and acclaim on the world stage.