Australia’s Matildas Set for 13th Consecutive Home Sellout as Ticket Frenzy Continues

Sydney, The Gulf Observer: Football Australia (FA) announced on Tuesday that Australia’s Matildas are on track for their 13th successive home sellout, with an impressive 30,000 tickets for a friendly against China in Adelaide in May sold out within four hours. The Matildas, who captivated the nation with their remarkable journey to the semi-finals of the Women’s World Cup on home soil last year, continue to enjoy unwavering support from fans.

The streak of sellouts commenced with an electrifying pre-World Cup friendly against France in Melbourne’s Docklands Stadium, drawing an astounding 50,629 fans last July. During the Women’s World Cup, the Matildas consistently attracted massive crowds, with over 75,000 spectators filling Sydney’s Stadium Australia three times, and nearly 60,000 supporters gathering at Perth Stadium for an Olympic qualifier against the Philippines in October.

The momentum continued when more than 54,000 enthusiasts turned up at Docklands Stadium to witness the Matildas secure their place at the Paris Olympics with a commanding 10-0 victory over Uzbekistan at the end of last month. The upcoming friendly against China at the 50,000-seat Adelaide Oval on May 31 is already sold out, and anticipation is building for another sellout at Stadium Australia on June 3, marking a final farewell before the Matildas embark on their Olympic preparations.

FA Chief Executive James Johnson expressed delight over the unprecedented demand for tickets, describing it as a testament to the growing popularity and support for football in Australia. He emphasized that the surge in ticket sales not only reflects the nation’s passion for the sport but also contributes significantly to the financial health of football in the country. The Matildas’ remarkable journey and the overwhelming response from fans underscore the team’s impact and growing influence on the Australian sporting landscape.