Australia's Olympic campaign began successfully with the men's rugby sevens team defeating Samoa 21-14 in their first match at the Stade de France, ahead of the opening ceremony. Meanwhile, Football Australia launched an innovative podcast series called 'Dream Team' to engage young fans with the Matildas' Olympic journey, narrated by captain Steph Catley. The series aims to make the Matildas' matches accessible to children despite the early kick-off times. However, the Matildas are facing challenges as they arrived in Paris without their luggage, including crucial medical supplies, although efforts are underway to resolve this issue. The absence of captain Sam Kerr due to injury raises concerns about the team's performance as they prepare for their opener against Germany. The upcoming match against a strong German side is seen as a significant test for the Matildas, who hope to capitalize on a less burdened status this Olympics.