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Socceroos rally behind Matildas

Socceroos coach Graham Arnold and captain Mark Milligan are both in France to cheer on the Matildas during their Women's World Cup campaign.

Australia face Brazil on Friday morning (AEST) and must pick themselves up after losing 2-1 to Italy in their opening game.

While facing a tough test against South American opposition, Arnold believes the Matildas look primed for a strong game as he looks to ensure the Socceroos support their female counterparts.

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"I was there with them yesterday at training. If I had a training session like that two days before a game, with the energy that those girls had, I'd be delighted," Arnold said via AAP.