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Before this season the majority of the Matildas moved to Europe while the COVID-19 pandemic made recruiting international players a difficult prospect.
So Sky Blues coach Ante Juric got on the front foot - quickly locking in most of the talent that made the 2019-20 grand final and bolstering the squad with some of the best young talent from other clubs.
That included Newcastle midfielder Clare Wheeler and winger Cortnee Vine - plus a shrewd recruit in NPLW defender Charlotte Mclean.
Now, Sydney s unique all-Australian line-up has wrapped up the premiers plate and will look to complete the W-League double when they face Melbourne Victory in Sunday s grand final.