Wales Women Host Australia Friendly at Cardiff After Euro 2025

Wales women's national football team will face Australia in a friendly match at Cardiff City Stadium on October 25, marking their first game since their debut at UEFA Women’s EURO 2025. The match is seen as both a celebration of Wales' historic tournament appearance and a step forward in their development, with coach Rhian Wilkinson emphasizing the importance of challenging top-tier teams like Australia, who are ranked 15th globally and recently finished fourth at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. This will be the first senior international encounter between the two teams, offering Welsh fans a chance to see international stars such as Sam Kerr and Caitlin Foord. The fixture also acts as preparation for Wales ahead of the 2027 World Cup qualifying campaign. Australia’s head coach Joe Montemurro highlighted the value of using international windows to build team depth and test themselves in different environments. The friendly will be broadcast live on various BBC platforms, aiming to draw significant fan support known as the Red Wall for a strong home atmosphere.