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Mary Fowler Ruled Out of Matildas Friendlies
Matildas star Mary Fowler misses Germany and Haiti friendlies due to personal circumstances.
In brief
Matildas star Mary Fowler misses Germany and Haiti friendlies due to personal circumstances. Mary Fowler is ruled out of Australia's friendly matches against Germany and Haiti due to personal circumstances. Originally reported by the Guardian.
Mary Fowler ruled out
Mary Fowler has been withdrawn from the October international window due to personal circumstances.
“Mary Fowler has been withdrawn from the October international window due to personal circumstances”
Replacement called
Football Australia confirmed Leah Davidson would replace Fowler in the squad.
Fowler's absence impact
Fowler's absence is a blow for coach Joe Montemurro ahead of critical friendlies.
Fowler's form and partner
Fowler has been in terrific form for Manchester City and her partner Nathan Cleary is recovering from surgery.
Friendlies significance
The games serve as critical preparation for next year's World Cup with Germany and Haiti as key opponents.
The short version
Mary Fowler is ruled out of Australia's friendly matches against Germany and Haiti due to personal circumstances.
