Matildas not distracted by Australian football's misconduct allegations ahead of Brazil friendlies.
Matildas coach Tony Gustavasson says allegations of harassment and abuse in Australian football have not threatened his squad's build-up to their first match on home soil in close to 18 months.
However, the lead-up to Saturday's match has been overshadowed by allegations from retired Matildas player Lisa De Vanna of sexual harassment and abuse during her decorated career in Australian women's football.
Former Matilda Lisa De Vanna’s allegations of harassment and abuse raise questions about the complex culture of Australian women’s football and the undercurrent of homophobia in the broader game, writes Samantha Lewis.
No bullying, no harassment, no sexual abuse and I'll do everything I can to control my environment in that sense.".