{"id":229505,"date":"2025-10-21T08:35:12","date_gmt":"2025-10-21T08:35:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/229505\/"},"modified":"2025-10-21T08:35:12","modified_gmt":"2025-10-21T08:35:12","slug":"commbank-matildas-set-to-face-new-zealand-in-gosford","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/229505\/","title":{"rendered":"CommBank Matildas set to face New Zealand in Gosford"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"standfirst\">Football Australia is thrilled to announce that the CommBank Matildas will host New Zealand, the Football Ferns, for a two-match series during the November\/December FIFA Women\u2019s International Window.<\/p>\n<p>Thanks to the support of the New South Wales Government through its tourism and major events authority, Destination NSW, the CommBank Matildas will kick off the series at polytec Stadium, Gosford, on Friday 28 November 2025 (7:30pm AEDT), taking on Oceania\u2019s strongest team.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/footballaustralia.com.au\/football-account-plus\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>              <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/2000x280.jpg\" alt=\"FA+ Plus Thin Banner\"\/><\/p>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The match will provide fans with another opportunity to support the national team as they continue their preparation on the road to the AFC Women\u2019s Asian Cup 2026\u2122.<\/p>\n<p>Australia has played the Football Ferns 50 times in A internationals, becoming Australia\u2019s most frequent opponent.<\/p>\n<p>The last time the two sides met was in a 2022 two-match series with Australia coming out on top with 2-1 and 3-1 victories in Townsville and Canberra respectively.<\/p>\n<p>              <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/05_5_11zon_0.jpeg\" alt=\"Australia celebrating a goal against New Zealand in Townsville. (Photo: Rachel Bach\/\/By The White Line)\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Quotes attributable to Football Australia Interim Chief Executive officer, Heather Garriock:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are delighted the CommBank Matildas will be heading to Gosford for what promises to be a fantastic night of football.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cNew Zealand has played a pivotal role in our history and over the years the rivalry has grown into one of mutual respect and fierce competition.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cPlaying at polytec Stadium gives us a chance to connect with our Central Coast fans and to showcase the team\u2019s talent and spirit in a region that is passionate about football.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI\u2019d like to thank the New South Wales Government and Destination NSW for their continued support in helping us bring elite football to fans right across the state. We look forward to seeing fans turn up to cheer on the team.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Quotes attributable to Minister for Sport and Minister for Jobs and Tourism, Steve Kamper:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI\u2019m thrilled to have the CommBank Matildas taking on New Zealand in Gosford. This international football match will bring a huge buzz to the Central Coast, which is such a strong football fan base and nursery for future talent.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s going to be an incredibly exciting six months of international football for the Matildas culminating in next year\u2019s AFC Women\u2019s Asian Cup, with the Final to be played in Sydney.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHaving the Matildas and New Zealand in Gosford is an exciting opportunity for fans from across the country and across the Tasman to get behind their national teams ahead of next year\u2019s tournament andwill also provide an economic boost to the businesses of the Central Coast, who\u2019ll benefit from thousands of visiting football fans.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Quotes attributable to Minister for the Central Coast, David Harris:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s fantastic that world class football is coming to the Central Coast with the CommBank Matildas set to take on the New Zealand Ferns.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Central Coast has always been a strong football region, especially in women\u2019s football with the Central Coast Mariners women as the current reigning national champions, and this is a great opportunity for the Matildas of tomorrow to get up close with some of the biggest stars in our game.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis match is not only great for football fanatics but also for local businesses on the Coast as it will bring an influx of tourists to the region.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Quotes attributable to General Manager at voco Gosford, Bjoern Noeldner:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe couldn\u2019t think of a better way to celebrate our opening than by welcoming the CommBank Matildas as some of our very first guests. The team\u2019s visit will bring an incredible buzz to Gosford and shine a spotlight on the region as a destination in its own right.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThere\u2019s a real sense of pride and excitement among our team to be part of this moment. Hosting such an inspiring group of athletes and supporting an event that means so much to the local community is a privilege and we\u2019re thrilled to be playing our part.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>This will be the first of two games played in Australia against New Zealand with the second game location and details to be announced in the coming days.<\/p>\n<p>The CommBank Matildas\u2019 match against New Zealand will be broadcast live thanks to Football Australia\u2019s broadcast partner, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.paramountplus.com\/au\/shows\/australian-international-matildas\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Paramount Australia<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>CommBank Matildas vs New Zealand Women\u2019s National Team Ticketing Information<\/p>\n<p>polytec Stadium, Gosford \u2013 Friday, 28 November 2025<\/p>\n<p>Tickets available at Ticketek. On sale timings are as follows:<\/p>\n<p>FA+ Members exclusive presale &#8211; 10am AEDT, Thursday, 23 October 2025Join FA+ here by 8am AEDT to be included in the presale and receive a 15% discountFootball Australia account holders presale \u2013 2pm AEDT, Thursday 23 October 2025General Public on sale \u2013 2pm AEDT, Friday 24 October 2025<\/p>\n<p>Prices will start from $42 Adult, $34 Concession $25 Junior, and $109 Family.<\/p>\n<p>$2 (plus GST) from every ticket sold will be donated to the CommBank ParaMatildas and CommBank Pararoos, Australia&#8217;s CP national teams for male and female footballers with cerebral palsy, acquired brain injury or symptoms from a stroke.<\/p>\n<p>Corporate Hospitality<\/p>\n<p>Corporate Hospitality Packages are available for the home matches which offer a range of benefits, including exclusive access to premium seating, private suites, and VIP lounges. Enquiries can be made <a href=\"https:\/\/matildas.com.au\/hospitality-and-packages\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>FA+ Launches<\/p>\n<p>FA+ is the most direct pathway for fans to secure their place at football\u2019s biggest stage, including priority access to the CommBank Matildas games and Football Australia&#8217;s allocation to see the CommBank Socceroos at FIFA World Cup 2026\u2122. Members will unlock 12 months of exclusive benefits, including discounts, merchandise offers, and an invitation to special events across Football Australia brands. Find out more <a href=\"https:\/\/footballaustralia.com.au\/football-account-plus\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Football Account (free tier) provides access to special offers including access to ticket pre-sales and discounts to Australian National Team matches. Fans can register their account on using their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.footballaustralia.com.au\/football-account\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Football Account<\/a> and opting in to &#8216;Prority Ticketing&#8217;.<\/p>\n<p>COMMBANK MATILDAS | NOVEMBER\/DECEMBER 2025 | MATCH SCHEDULE<\/p>\n<p>CommBank Matildas v New Zealand<br \/>Date: Friday, 28 November 2025<br \/>Kick-off: 7.30pm AEDT<br \/>Venue: polytec Stadium, Gosford<br \/>TV Broadcast: Paramount+ Exclusive<br \/>Tickets: Pre-sale from 10am AEDT on Thursday 23 2025. General Public On-sale from 2pm AEDT on Friday 24 October 2025. 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