Melbourne Victory’s Alana Murphy has been called up to the CommBank Matildas’ squad for the SheBelieves Cup, stepping in for Clare Wheeler.
The Everton midfielder has had to withdraw from the prestigious four-nation tournament in the US due to a thigh injury suffered earlier this week.
This opens the door for 19-year-old Murphy, who will now earn her first opportunity to represent the Matildas.
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The dynamic teenager has been instrumental for Victory in the 2024-25 Ninja A-League season, with one goal in 15 matches, helping her side to second place on the ladder.
Murphy is the second uncapped player included in the national team, joining Brisbane Roar’s Laini Freier.
This month marks the Matildas’ debut at the illustrious SheBelieves Cup.
The squad will take on Japan on February 21, host nation the USA on February 24, and Colombia on February 27.
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