Matildas vs North Korea: World Cup Spot on the Line

0:00Reporting from The Daily News Now, I'm Corey with the latest in Sydney. The Matilda's are facing North Korea in a crucial quarterfinal match of the Asian Cup right here in Perth. It's a due or die game at Perth Rectangular Stadium with the winner punching their ticket to next year's World Cup in Brazil. Australia heads in without two key players, Haley Rossso and Steph Calley, both sideline by concussions from the group stage. Earlier this week, Calley took a ball to the face during the match against South Korea, forcing her off early. Rossso had similar head knocks in the win over Iran. North Korea, meanwhile, is rebounding from a tight 2-1 loss to China that sparked some controversy. Fans are on edge with these absences shaking up the lineup. Caitlin Torpey steps in at left back, while stars like Sam Kerr, Caitlin Ford, and Mary Fowler lead the attack. Emily Van Eggman starts in midfield, tying the record for most caps at 169 appearances. The defense looks solid with Claire Hunt,

1:01Winnie Heatley, and Ellie Carpenter holding the back line. Mackenzie Arnold stays in goal after her recent debut. Katrina Gorey and Alana Kennedy add grit in midfield. Expect high drama tonight as these women's football powerhouses clash. The stakes couldn't be higher, so grab your seats for what promises to be a nail-biter. A quick thank you to our sponsor of today's episode. When you want calm, do not reach for your phone. Lay back and listen. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com.