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The Tokyo Olympics have provided a stark reminder of just how much Australians enjoy watching their football teams thrive. From the Olyroos promising 2-0 win over Argentina, to Sam Kerr’s strike that revived the Matildas medal hopes in the dying stages of their quarter-final win against Great Britain, fans across the country watched hoping that our teams could match it with the world’s best. How can Australian soccer (football) take that next step to not just be the challenger on the world stage, but actually be a competitor?