Match preview: Argentina v Korea Republic

The Westfield Matildas may be the headline act at the Cup of Nations but, before they face New Zealand, fans will have the chance to take in another high-quality international match-up.

Leichhardt Oval will host Matchday One on 28 February with Argentina and Korea Republic raising the curtains.

FOORD: Westfield Matildas star embracing 'tour' feel to Cup of Nations
LIVE BLOG: Cup of Nations opener moved to Leichhardt Oval
HOMECOMING: Gielnik, Raso eyeing Suncorp Stadium clash

CONThin

Argentina have come off a very positive 2018 where they finished third at the 2018 Copa America Femenina.

Head coach Carlos Borrello knows how to get success out of this side, leading them to victory in South America’s showpiece event back in 2006 during his first stint in charge.

Nicknamed the Taegeuk Ladies, Korea Republic have found themselves placed in Group A alongside hosts France for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2019.

They had to do it the hard way however, relying on a play-off after they failed to make the last four of the 2018 AFC Women’s Asian Cup.

Easing past the Philippines 5-0, Yoon Deok-Yeo’s side will be hoping the Cup of Nations provides a platform for them to continue building.

Aussie fans will get to see the likes of Ji So-Yun, a key player for Korea Republic if they are to progress in France.

Form

Argentina’s last match came in the form of the CONCACAF-CONMEBOL play-off for France 2019 where they saw off Panama 5-1 over two legs late last year.

Korea Republic have seen action this calendar year, defeating Romania 3-0 before succumbing to China 1-0 in January.

World rankings

Korea Republic: 14

Argentina: 36

Tickets

Secure your tickets to the match here!

Mattix

How to watch

Matchday One

Date: Thursday, 28 February 2019
Venue: Leichhardt Oval, Sydney
Match One: Argentina v Korea Republic – 4.15pm kick-off (AEDT) – Live on FOX SPORTS
Broadcast: LIVE on FOX SPORTS
You can also stream the matches on the MyFootball Live App, live, fast and data-free for Telstra mobile customers.

#GetOnsideBanner