The second goal came in the 63rd minute when Kaitlyn Torpey’s deflected effort led to an own goal by Lim, who later left the field injured.

Fowler's goal, scored in the 43rd minute, was a result of a well-executed play involving Nevin and Emily van Egmond.

In a women's international football friendly held at McDonald Jones Stadium in Newcastle, Australia defeated South Korea 2-0 on April 7, 2025.

The match drew a record crowd of 28,019, surpassing the previous attendance record of 20,495 set in 2021 against the USWNT.

Australia displayed strong offensive pressure throughout the match, particularly in the second half, creating several scoring opportunities.

Despite missing key players like Sam Kerr and four others due to injury, the Matildas showcased resilience and improved performance compared to their recent struggles.

The Matildas' performance serves as a confidence booster as they prepare for upcoming friendlies against Argentina and the Asian Cup on home soil in early 2026.

South Korea had moments of pressure but failed to convert their chances, including a disallowed goal for offside in the 86th minute.

The game also featured a heavy collision between Australian players Kennedy and Yallop, both of whom continued playing despite minor injuries.

Mary Fowler's first-half goal and a second-half own goal by South Korean defender Lim Seonjoo secured the victory for the Matildas.

Caitlin Foord was instrumental in the attacking play, coming on at halftime and significantly contributing to the team's efforts.

This match was part of a two-match series, which saw approximately 65,000 fans in total attending the events.