CommBank Matilads Squad Update: 21st Feb 2026

CommBank Matildas goalkeeper Teagan Micah has been ruled out of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026™ due to concussion.

Micah has been replaced by Chloe Lincoln, who will join the squad from Brisbane Roar. Lincoln made her international debut in December 2024 against Chinese Taipei.

The team will be led by forward Sam Kerr as captain, in her fifth appearance at the tournament. With defenders Steph Catley and Ellie Carpenter as vice-captains in their fourth and third AFC Women’s Asian Cups, respectively.

Australia will take on the Philippines in the opening match of the tournament in Perth on Sunday, 1 March, before heading to the Gold Coast and Sydney for their remaining group stage games.

All the match action will be available for fans to watch live thanks to Football Australia’s broadcast partner, Paramount Australia.

COMMBANK MATILDAS | FINAL SQUAD | AFC WOMEN’S ASIAN CUP AUSTRALIA 2026™

AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026™

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