Women’s World Cup: Five Australia players that can cause Nigeria trouble

By Saheed Afolabi

FIFA Women’s World Cup co-host, Australia will lock horns with Nigeria on July 27 at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane.

The last time both sides met was in 2015 where the Matildas won 2-0. NigeriaFootball have picked out five Australia players capable of causing chaos to the Super Falcons.

Ellie Carpenter

Ellie Carpenter has enacted herself to be one of the hottest defenders in the world. The 23 year old fullback is a threat attacking down the wide areas with her pace, athleticism and boldness. She’s presumed to be one of the best fullbacks of the modern era of football.

Mary Fowler

Mary Fowler is a utility player capable of playing in four different positions across the forward line. The Manchester City forward made her debut for the Matildas at the age of 15 and she has gone to be a force to reckon with the Aussies first team.

Fowler sublime skills, pace, creativity, body position, first touch, and vision are rare qualities for a youngster that the Falcons should be wary of.

Charlotte Grant

Charlotte Grant is practically known for her offensive style of play despite being a defender. The 22 year old offers cover at the fullback position and her attacking traits might stun Nigeria if not properly tamed.

Emily van Egmond

Attacking midfielder Emily van Egmond is Australia key to unlock defenses in a game. Van Egmond is dangerous when deployed as an attacking midfield as her finishing traits and needle thread passes will be a tough nut to crack for the Falcons. Her creativity in the middle of the pack will be influential in their encounter with Nigeria.

Kyah Simon

Kyah Simon is a goal poacher who always wants to deliver when donning the Australia wears. Simon is an intelligent striker that has shown resilience to justify her World Cup inclusion.