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Matildas Face Goalkeeper Crisis Ahead of Asian Cup

The Matildas face a goalkeeper crisis on the eve of their Women's Asian Cup opener with coach Joe Montemurro refusing to confirm his lineup.

Australia's Matildas face uncertainty in goal ahead of their Women's Asian Cup opener against the Philippines on Sunday. Coach Joe Montemurro has refused to confirm his final squad or starting goalkeeper, with veteran Mackenzie Arnold's fitness in question after she failed to train fully with teammates in Perth.

The crisis follows Teagan Micah's withdrawal from the squad last week due to concussion issues, leaving the Matildas scrambling to finalize their preparations for the tournament opener.