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Mike Wise, ESPN Associate Editor
The wait is finally over as the Matildas square off against the Republic of Ireland in their Women’s World Cup opener at Stadium Australia on Thursday.
Over 75,000 are expected to be cheering on an Australian side that will be without Sam Kerr after the star striker suffered a calf injury on the eve of the tournament
Follow along for updates, instant analysis and key moments.
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