With the Sydney derby taking place on Saturday night, a hamstring injury has come at the wrong time for A-League drawcard Juan Mata.
The Matildas will get an early sighter against Asian Cup opposition with two big home fixtures that could signal the return of superstar Sam Kerr.
Footage of Sam Kerr aired in a London court has created questions about her future as Matildas captain and the governing body has declared what it will do.