Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson says Olympic medal will not define golden generation of stars

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Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson is determined to leave Paris with a medal draped around his neck, but says his team 'stands for so much more than just the result'.

Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson is desperate to leave Paris with a medal but says his team will not be defined by the end result at the Olympics.

Foord, Catley, Gorry, Kerr and others will all be approaching their mid-30s by the next global showpiece in 2027 and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.We put the spotlight on women making a big impact on and off the field in the sporting world — from the grassroots through to the elite level.Hence why Gustavsson is going all out to help the Matildas deliver in Paris in what may also be the Swedish coach's final time in charge.

Despite superstar Kerr sitting out the tournament following knee surgery and Foord and Gorry under fitness clouds, Gustavsson believes "anything is possible" in France."It's 12 teams. We're ranked nine in that tournament of the 12 teams, which means it should be eight other teams in the quarter-finals according to ranking.

"Once we get out of the group, anything can happen. It's so tight now at the top level of women's football. Anyone can beat anyone.

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