Big guns return as Matildas call up teen goalkeeper
The Matildas have announced their squad for upcoming friendlies against Mexico, featuring notable players like Mary Fowler and Ellie Carpenter. Teen goalkeeper Ilona Melegh has been called up for her first camp after a successful A-League Women season. The matches will serve as important preparation for the Women's World Cup next year.
- ▪Mary Fowler returns to the Matildas after winning the Women's Super League with Manchester City.
- ▪Ilona Melegh, a 17-year-old goalkeeper, has been included in the squad for her first international camp.
- ▪The Matildas will face Mexico in two friendly matches on June 6 and June 9.
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Matildas squad named for Mexico friendlies with teen keeper includedTopic:MatildasWed 20 May 2026 at 12:27pmWed 20 May 2026 at 12:27pmWed 20 May 2026 at 12:27pmMary Fowler returns to the Matildas fresh from winning the WSL. (Getty Images: Andy Cheung)In short:Mary Fowler, Ellie Carpenter and Sam Kerr have all been named ahead of the upcoming friendly matches against Mexico.Adelaide United goalkeeper Ilona Melegh, aged just 17, is also in the squad.What's next?The Matildas play Mexico at Hunter Stadium in Newcastle on June 6, then at Western Sydney Stadium on June 9.abc.net.au/news/matildas-squad-named-for-mexico-friendlies/106701048Link copiedShareShare articleFresh off claiming Women's Super League glory with Manchester City, Mary Fowler will return to the Matildas squad on a high for…
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