The Matildas are in Kenya for a FIFA Series women’s international football friendly against Malawi, with the match taking place at Nyayo National Stadium.
Kick-off is scheduled for 2pm local time, which is 9pm AEST.
The fixture brings Australia together with the Scorchers in an international women’s match that is part of the FIFA Series. As the teams prepare to play, interest will focus on how the Matildas line up and how they handle the conditions in Nairobi.
The confirmed Australia starting XI is: Arnold in goal; Nevin, Heatley, Wheeler, Torpey, Foord, Van Egmond, Chidiac, Raso, Kerr as captain, and Rule.
That selection places several established names in the side, including captain Sam Kerr, Steph Catley’s regular teammates in the broader national setup, and players such as Caitlin Foord, Emily van Egmond and Hayley Raso, all of whom bring significant international experience.
For Australia, this friendly offers another chance to test combinations and build rhythm in a competitive environment. For Malawi, it is an opportunity to measure themselves against one of Asia’s leading women’s teams on neutral ground in Kenya.
The game is part of the ongoing international calendar and gives both squads a chance to assess their squads outside of tournament football. With the match being played in Nairobi, travel, timing and conditions may all play a role in how the contest unfolds.
Fans following the fixture can expect live updates as the match develops. The line-up has now been confirmed, and attention turns to how the Matildas begin the game and whether they can assert themselves early against the Scorchers.
This is a straightforward friendly, but it still carries value for both teams. For Australia, each international window matters as they continue to refine tactics and personnel. For Malawi, the match is a notable test against high-level opposition and a chance to gain experience in a major venue.
Nyayo National Stadium provides the setting for the encounter, and with kick-off set for the evening in Australia, supporters at home will be watching later in the day for the result.
More updates are expected as the match gets underway.
