The Matildas have kicked off their AFC Women’s Asian Cup campaign in winning style, defeating the Philippines on Sunday and turning their focus to tonight’s clash against Iran.

The strong start to the tournament has sparked excitement across the country – including in NSW public schools, where 10 members of the current Matildas squad began their journeys.

With the tournament underway and national pride building, that excitement was on full display at Endeavour Sports High School when musician G Flip debuted a reworked version of the 80s hit All Fired Up – now the official anthem of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026.

G Flip performed the anthem live for students in Years 7 to 9, with the school chosen for the exclusive launch due to its strong commitment to girls’ sport and its connection to the Matildas pathway.

Principal James Kozlowski said the school was thrilled to host the world-first performance.

“Today, Endeavour has been chosen for the exclusive launch of the Paramount+ tournament anthem by G Flip – you’ll be the first in the world to see this live,” Mr Kozlowski told students at the launch.

“We were chosen because of Endeavour's commitment to women's sport and connection to the Matildas.”

The event began with a Q&A panel hosted by sports presenter Kat Sasso and featuring G Flip, Mr Kozlowski, Matildas veteran Chloe Logarzo, former Matilda and AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 Chief Operating Officer Sarah Walsh, and Women Onside’s Kerry Harris.

When asked how Endeavour Sports High School supports teenage girls in sport, Mr Kozlowski pointed to the school’s long-standing leadership in developing female athletes.

“We loved being able to showcase women's sport as Endeavour has been a leader over the past decade in supporting female athletes on pathways to elite sport,” Mr Kozlowski said.

“Our girls can now see women forging careers in sport and getting national and global recognition.”

The school has proudly produced elite football talent, with three former students – Peta Trimis, Sofia Fante and India Breier – currently representing Australia in the Young Matildas, and many others competing in national and international leagues.

And for many students in the audience, the day was more than a performance – it was a glimpse into what’s possible.

“It’s exciting to think that many of the girls at Endeavour will become household names in sport over the coming years,” Mr Kozlowski said.

“The talent and dedication of these girls is inspiring. They know that becoming a professional athlete is a realistic goal.”

Following the panel, the school’s female footballers took to the field for a training session – a powerful reminder that the future of Australian football may well be training right here in NSW public schools.

The former NSW public school students representing the Matildas in this year’s Asian Cup squad include:

• Allannah Kennedy - Westfields Sports High School and Rosemeadow Public School

• Ellie Carpenter – Westfields Sports High School, Mulyan Public School and Kings Park Public School
  

• Courtney Nevin - Westfields Sports High School

• Kyra Cooney-Cross - Westfields Sports High School

• Caitlin Foord - Illawarra Sports High School

• Clare Wheeler - Hunter Sports High School
  

• Mary Fowler - Wollongong High School of the Performing Arts

• Clare Hunt - Henry Lawson High School

• Emily van Egmond - Whitebridge High School and Warners Bay High School

• Michelle Heyman – Warilla High School and Warilla Public School
  

Their success on the international stage is also a testament to the strength of the NSW public education system in nurturing world-class athletes.