CommBank Matildas Announce Squad Update for March 1, 2026
In a significant update for the CommBank Matildas, goalkeeper Jada Whyman has been officially ruled out of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026
due to a knee injury. Whyman’s absence marks a change in the squad, as Morgan Aquino has been called up to replace her. Aquino joins the team from DC Power, hoping to make an impact during the tournament.
Leadership and Key Players
The Matildas will be captained by forward Sam Kerr, who is making her fifth appearance at this prestigious tournament. Vice-captains Steph Catley and Ellie Carpenter bring experience, participating in their fourth and third AFC Women’s Asian Cups, respectively.
Match Schedule
The Matildas will commence their tournament against the Philippines. This highly anticipated match will take place tonight at Perth Stadium. Following this, the team will continue their journey to the Gold Coast and Sydney for the remaining group matches. These games will be broadcast live, providing fans with easy access to all the action.
CommBank Matildas Final Squad for AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026
| Name | Position | Club | ‘A’ Caps (Goals) | Junior Club / Member Federation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morgan Aquino | Goalkeeper | DC Power | 0 (0) | Dianella SC / Football West |
| Mackenzie Arnold | Goalkeeper | Portland Thorns FC | 61 (0) | Burleigh / Football QLD |
| Ellie Carpenter | Defender | Chelsea FC | 93 (5) | Cowra and District JSC / Football NSW |
| Steph Catley | Defender | Arsenal WFC | 141 (7) | East Bentleigh, SE Cougars / Football VIC |
| Sam Kerr | Forward | Chelsea FC | 131 (69) | Western Knights SC / Football West |
| Hayley Raso | Forward | Eintracht Frankfurt | 103 (24) | Palm Beach SC / Football QLD |
Upcoming Matches
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CommBank Matildas vs. Philippines
Date: Sunday, 1 March 2026
Venue: Perth Stadium, Perth
Time: 5:00 PM AWST / 8:00 PM AEDT
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IR Iran vs. CommBank Matildas
Date: Thursday, 5 March 2026
Venue: Gold Coast Stadium, Gold Coast
Time: 7:00 PM AEST / 8:00 PM AEDT
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CommBank Matildas vs. Korea Republic
Date: Sunday, 8 March 2026
Venue: Stadium Australia, Sydney
Time: 8:00 PM AEDT
All matches will be available for viewing through Network 10, 10 Play, and Paramount+, ensuring fans do not miss any of the action.
