In their Women's World Cup debut, the Aussies are clearly looking to make a statement on their own doorstep, yet I feel they have a challenging road ahead of them.
Senkal, a star who plays for Chelsea, is undoubtedly Australia's number one hitter. She has a precise shot, delicate ball control, and can penetrate the opponent's defense with either her left or right foot. What's even more amazing is that she can always find the holes in the opposing guards and make the opponents defenseless. I think her performance will make the home crowd go crazy.
Apart from Senkal, Arsenal's Katrinft and Manchester City's Marikona are also forces to be reckoned with. Known for her goal-scoring prowess, Catherine Foote, and Maricona's genius with the ball, are undoubtedly the rising stars of this year's tournament.
As for the defensive side of the ball, the sidekick duo of Cabinda and Kaziri are also not to be underestimated, as they can play both offense and defense, making the Australian team look comfortable in both offense and defense, and are expected to go far in the tournament.
However, Ireland will be a strong opponent for Australia. The Irish team also has a number of players who play in the English top flight and should not be underestimated.
Captain McCabe's performance in Arsenal is even better, with bright scoring and assisting stats, and she can also play multiple positions. I believe that as long as she can play at her best, the Irish team will also show strong competitiveness.
