Montemurro named new Australia women’s football coach
Headcoach of Lyon Joe MONTEMURRO during the Arkema Premiere Ligue Feminine, Final match between Lyon and Paris on May 16, 2025 at Groupama Stadium in Lyon, France. (Photo by Daniel Derajinski/Icon Sport via Getty Images)
Joe Montemurro has been appointed as head coach of the Australia women's team, returning home after a successful decade in Europe with Arsenal, Juventus and Lyon.
The 55-year-old, who steered French powerhouses Lyon to their fourth consecutive women's league title last month, said it was "the honour of a lifetime".
"This team means so much to so many Australians, and I'm humbled by the opportunity to help shape its next chapter," he said.
"I've followed their incredible journey closely and am energised by the passion, resilience, and identity they've built."
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