07 Mar Matildas claim inaugural Cup of Nations on home soil

The Matildas have claimed the inaugural Cup of Nations after defeating Argentina 3-0 on Wednesday.

New Australian captain Sam Kerr inspired the win with a goal in the first four minutes of the game.

It took just four minutes for @samkerr1 to find the back of the net! #GoMatildas 💚💛

🎥: @FoxFootball #AUSvARG #CupOfNations pic.twitter.com/YBqb8vVOqq

— Westfield Matildas (@TheMatildas) March 6, 2019

Alanna Kennedy doubled Australia’s advantage at the 30-minute mark, with Caitlin Foord sealing the victory with an injury-time penalty.

The Matildas defeated New Zealand 2-0 in and South Korea 4-1 to claim the inaugural title, getting Ante Milicic’s tenure off to a good start.

They kick off their World Cup campaign on June 9 against Italy.