How the Matildas are keeping the art of the autograph alive in the digital world of selfies

1 month ago The News Room

The Matildas are one of the only football teams globally embracing fan engagement, due to their popularity, at a time when many sporting teams are limiting fan engagement due to safety and security.

Taking a moment away from their 2026 AFC Asia Cup commitments, the Australian women’s football team met with adoring fans on the tournament sidelines in Perth, Sydney and the Gold Coast.

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