Emily Husband becomes part of new Matildas boss Joe Montemurro's coaching staff
New Matildas boss Joe Montemurro has added A-League women's championship-winning mentor Emily Husband to his coaching staff.
Having led Central Coast to the 2024-25 title, Husband has parted ways with the Mariners to become a full-time assistant coach with the Matildas.
She will reunite with Montemurro, with the pair having worked together in guiding the fortunes of the A-League All-Star women's team last year.
'Joe is someone I've always had enormous respect for, not just for his football brain, but for the way he leads,' Husband said.
'We've had the chance to work together before, and I'm genuinely thrilled to build on that now as we hopefully play a part in guiding the Matildas to reach greater heights.'
'To be trusted with the chance to contribute, even in a small way, to the Matildas and their future is an absolute privilege.'
Montemurro, whose appointment as Matildas coach was confirmed last week, said Husband was an 'astute, modern coach' who had 'proven her quality at the domestic level'.
'Her work with the Central Coast Mariners has been phenomenal and demonstrates the qualities she will bring to the Matildas,' Montemurro said.
'Emily has a deep understanding of the game, an ability to connect with players, and a fresh perspective that will be invaluable to our set-up.
'I'm looking forward to working closely with her once again.'
Montemurro's first game in charge of the Matildas will be against Slovenia on June 26 at Perth's HBF Park.
The teams will meet again at the same venue in June 29.
The Matildas will then remain in Western Australia for matches against Panama on July 5 (Hands Oval, Bunbury) and July 8 (HBF Park).
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