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West Australian
06-07-2025
- Sport
- West Australian
Matildas not hitting panic button after shock loss to Panama at Bunbury's Hands Oval
The Matildas have not hit the panic button in the wake of their shock loss to Panama at Bunbury's Hands Oval on Saturday, instead chalking up the result to the process of their adaptation to new coach Joe Montemurro's philosophy. In front of 10,272 fans for their first game in regional WA, Australia were upstaged by a strike from substitute Sherline King in the 59th minute that saw the world No.56-ranked visitors spoil the green-and-gold party in the South West by coming away 1-0 winners. Already without most of their biggest names, Montemurro fielded a heavily-rotated side which saw 10 changes to the starting line-up from their draw with Slovenia in Perth last week. The Matildas did create some good chances in the closing stages, including one which fell to Michelle Heyman inside the six-yard box deep into added time the veteran striker could only put over the crossbar, but were ultimately unable to come up with an equaliser. Despite the result, defender Natasha Prior said the side was 'pretty proud' of their performance. 'It was a pretty frustrating game. It's building blocks for the next game, and then obviously looking forward to that Asian Cup as well,' she said. 'I think you know with these kind of teams, it's always going to be more physical than not. I think we were a bit unlucky with some of the calls, but hopefully we can give it back to them next game. 'We're trying to be a possession-based team, and this is the third game we've had with Pep (Montemurro), so it's a matter of ironing out the creases and hopefully building on each game.' Goalkeeper Chloe Lincoln, who earned her second cap for the national side as a second-half substitute, said there was no expectation the side's shift to Montemurro's style would be seamless. 'Joe has that vision for us. As long as we stick to the process, hopefully results will start to turn our way,' she said. 'Credit to Panama — they were incredibly good today and put up a physical battle.' As his side chased an elusive equaliser, Montemurro handed international debuts to four players — Adriana Taranto, Jacynta Galabadaarchchi, Grace Kuilamu and Alexia Apostolakis — off the bench in the second half. Former Perth Glory midfielder Galabadaarchchi, who combined with Taranto to carve out one of the side's best chances, said the feeling of stepping on the field in a Matildas jersey for the first time was 'unbelievable'. 'I'm really, really grateful to be given the opportunity. I didn't think I was going to get called in, to be honest, but once I got that call-up, my family and everyone was so happy for me. I was over the moon,' she said. 'They were a very aggressive side, had a lot of energy, quite technical as well, really impressive team, so it was a crazy game to come into, but I just wanted to try and make an impact.' Thousands of fans braved some wet weather at the newly-redeveloped Hands Oval to see their heroes in action, which Lincoln said was 'amazing' to see. 'I'm from a regional town myself, so I know how much this will mean,' she said. 'Despite the result, we're definitely really happy that we got to get out into the community. 'We're really appreciative of everyone coming out, even if it hasn't been the best weather.' 'I didn't expect so many people to come out. It was really amazing.' Galabadaarchchi said the strong turnout was a testament to the support the side enjoyed right around the country. 'Every game, there's fans there, the young girls are starstruck whenever they see the Matildas, which is an amazing feeling, because when I was growing up, football in Australia for women was not this big and I think we've come a long way,' she said. 'It's a lovely town, it was so nice to see how many people came out to watch us,' Prior added. A quick turnaround will see the Matildas back in action against the same opponent at HBF Park on Tuesday.
Perth Now
06-07-2025
- Sport
- Perth Now
Hats off to Panama, but Matildas not hitting panic button
The Matildas have not hit the panic button in the wake of their shock loss to Panama at Bunbury's Hands Oval on Saturday, instead chalking up the result to the process of their adaptation to new coach Joe Montemurro's philosophy. In front of 10,272 fans for their first game in regional WA, Australia were upstaged by a strike from substitute Sherline King in the 59th minute that saw the world No.56-ranked visitors spoil the green-and-gold party in the South West by coming away 1-0 winners. Already without most of their biggest names, Montemurro fielded a heavily-rotated side which saw 10 changes to the starting line-up from their draw with Slovenia in Perth last week. The Matildas did create some good chances in the closing stages, including one which fell to Michelle Heyman inside the six-yard box deep into added time the veteran striker could only put over the crossbar, but were ultimately unable to come up with an equaliser. Panama's Sherline King celebrates her decisive goal. Credit: James Worsfold / Getty Images Despite the result, defender Natasha Prior said the side was 'pretty proud' of their performance. 'It was a pretty frustrating game. It's building blocks for the next game, and then obviously looking forward to that Asian Cup as well,' she said. 'I think you know with these kind of teams, it's always going to be more physical than not. I think we were a bit unlucky with some of the calls, but hopefully we can give it back to them next game. 'We're trying to be a possession-based team, and this is the third game we've had with Pep (Montemurro), so it's a matter of ironing out the creases and hopefully building on each game.' Goalkeeper Chloe Lincoln, who earned her second cap for the national side as a second-half substitute, said there was no expectation the side's shift to Montemurro's style would be seamless. 'Joe has that vision for us. As long as we stick to the process, hopefully results will start to turn our way,' she said. Natasha Prior plays a pass. Credit: James Worsfold / Getty Images 'Credit to Panama — they were incredibly good today and put up a physical battle.' As his side chased an elusive equaliser, Montemurro handed international debuts to four players — Adriana Taranto, Jacynta Galabadaarchchi, Grace Kuilamu and Alexia Apostolakis — off the bench in the second half. Former Perth Glory midfielder Galabadaarchchi, who combined with Taranto to carve out one of the side's best chances, said the feeling of stepping on the field in a Matildas jersey for the first time was 'unbelievable'. 'I'm really, really grateful to be given the opportunity. I didn't think I was going to get called in, to be honest, but once I got that call-up, my family and everyone was so happy for me. I was over the moon,' she said. 'They were a very aggressive side, had a lot of energy, quite technical as well, really impressive team, so it was a crazy game to come into, but I just wanted to try and make an impact.' Thousands of fans braved some wet weather at the newly-redeveloped Hands Oval to see their heroes in action, which Lincoln said was 'amazing' to see. 'I'm from a regional town myself, so I know how much this will mean,' she said. 'Despite the result, we're definitely really happy that we got to get out into the community. 'We're really appreciative of everyone coming out, even if it hasn't been the best weather.' 'I didn't expect so many people to come out. It was really amazing.' Jacynta Galabadaarachchi was one of four debutants for the Matildas. Credit: Janelle St Pierre / Getty Images Galabadaarchchi said the strong turnout was a testament to the support the side enjoyed right around the country. 'Every game, there's fans there, the young girls are starstruck whenever they see the Matildas, which is an amazing feeling, because when I was growing up, football in Australia for women was not this big and I think we've come a long way,' she said. 'It's a lovely town, it was so nice to see how many people came out to watch us,' Prior added. A quick turnaround will see the Matildas back in action against the same opponent at HBF Park on Tuesday.
West Australian
01-07-2025
- Sport
- West Australian
Australia Cup 2025: Perth Glory, Olympic Kingsway and Stirling Macedonia lock in dates for round of 32
Australia Cup 2025: Perth Glory, Olympic Kingsway and Stirling Macedonia lock in dates for round of 32
Yahoo
19-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
QPR sign Australian midfielder Pearman
QPR have signed Australian midfielder Jaylan Pearman on a free transfer from Perth Glory. The 19-year-old represented Australia as the Young Socceroos won the Under-20 Asian Cup in February. Pearman will join up with the development squad after his contract with the Glory expires at the end of the month. Advertisement The news comes after the club revealed player of the season Jimmy Dunne had signed a new deal, Pearman follows Kaleb Dyke and Timothy Akindileni in joining up with the R's development squad. "It feels amazing. It's a lifelong dream to play in Europe, so it's exciting to be here," he told the club's website. "QPR are well-known for bringing in and bringing through young players, so it's a good pathway for me in terms of any other club I could have gone to. "It's the right choice to come here."
RNZ News
17-06-2025
- Sport
- RNZ News
Kaltak moves to Perth, set to launch football academy
Brian Kaltak in action for his former club, the Central Coast Mariners, in the A-League. Photo: Facebook / Brian Kaltak Football Academy Vanuatu national men's football team captain Brian Kaltak has signed a multi-year deal with Perth Glory, the A-League club has confirmed. The Western Australia based club said the 31-year-old Vanuatu international had enjoyed a remarkable run of success in the A-League since debuting for Central Coast Mariners in 2022. In that time, he helped the Mariners claim the Championship in 2023 and an unprecedented Championship/Premiership/AFC Cup treble in 2024. And as he makes his move to his new club, Kaltak has also announced that he is ready to launch a football academy at home in Vanuatu. The project is set to launch in July, with the Australian government stepping in to partner with Kaltak with funding. Playing at centre-back, Kaltak started all but one of the Mariners' games, taking his total number of appearances past the 80-mark. Statistics for the last season showed he made 21 tackles and completed 37 interceptions. Kaltak hopes he can achieve the same success with Glory. "This a new chapter for me and I'm excited for it," he told Perth Glory. "I was with the Mariners for three years and now it's time to try something new. I think this move will be good for me and good for my football. When I spoke to [Glory Football Director] Stan Lazaridis, he was really passionate about what the club is trying to do. "This club has a huge history of winning titles, Stan is trying to get it back to where it belongs and I want to be a part of that in my new journey. "Creating a good environment and getting a good bunch of boys that gel well together, that's what makes the biggest difference and that is what I want this club to be." Lazaridis believes that Kaltak has the potential to become a huge favourite with the club's Members and fans. "It's impossible not to love the way Brian goes about his business," he said. "He's an incredibly strong and explosive defender who puts his body on the line every time he steps onto the field and is 100% committed to everything he does. "Those qualities, plus his know-how in terms of what it takes to win the A-League, will make him an invaluable member of our squad and an ideal mentor for our younger defenders in particular. "Securing Brian's services is a genuine coup for the club and I'm really excited to see the impact he will make on and off the field for us this year and beyond." Brian Kaltak, left, during a meeting with Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat in Port Vila discussinghis project to develop football and sports in general in the country. 13 June 2025 Photo: Facebook / Ministry of the Prime Minister - Vanuatu Meanwhile, Kaltak has secured support from the Australian government to help launch his youth football academy. Vanuatu Daily Post reported this week that the sponsorship was announced by the Australian High Commissioner, Max Willis, during a ceremony in Port Vila. "We are really excited about partnering with Brian on his academy," Willis said. "Sport plays such an important role in bringing people together, promoting healthy practices, and building strong community bonds." Kaltak said he was delighted with the support for the academy, which will offer free programs for Vanuatu's young players. "I'm sure that what we have can help mentor our next superstars of Vanuatu in the future," he said. Kaltak said the academy hopes to cater for young people who are faced with limited access to structured football programs. He hopes this initiative will create a strong pipeline of talent capable of reaching international standards.
