Australia are yet to appoint a new permanent head coach following Tony Gustavsson's exit in August last year.
With the women's Asian Cup less than 12 months away, time is ticking for the Matildas, who are currently led by interim boss Tom Sermanni.
Appointing a full-time manager remains a priority for the side, who find themselves in a challenging period. In February, they lost all three of their matches at the She Believes Cup.
The Sporting News compiles some of the contenders for the role.
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Joe Montemurro
Montemurro is widely considered the strongest candidate for the job, although it may be a difficult to obtain his services.
The Australian is currently the coach of women's football powerhouse Olympique Lyonnais, with previous experience at Arsenal and Juventus.
He is under contract in Lyon until 2027, which makes things challenging for Football Australia.
The serial trophy winner spoke on the potential of taking the Matildas role in early April.
"Never rule out anything in football, mate," he said when asked if he would consider a homecoming to coach the Matildas," Montemurro said.
"You know football, it changes. It's still a long way away. I'm under contract and I need to respect that, and I am happy continuing this program at a great club."
John Aloisi
Socceroos legend Aloisi is "in the mix" for the Australia gig, according to 7News.
At the moment, the 49-year-old is coaching A-League Men side Western United.
In his first season with the club, he guided them to their maiden championship.
He has also had stints with Melbourne Heart and Brisbane Roar – both men's sides.
Ante Juric
Considered one of the top domestic women's football coaches, Juric has been with Sydney FC since 2017.
He also concurrently coaches Sydney United's men's side in the NPL.
His knowledge of the Australian football landscape and existing relationships with players would prove valuable.
Juric has notably guided the Sky Blues to three A-League Women championships.
Tanya Oxtoby
Oxtoby is another Australian coach plying her trade overseas.
The former player took on several assistant roles at home and abroad before landing the Northern Ireland head coach gig in 2023.
Her current deal expires at the end of 2026.
Across 12 games last year, Oxtoby led the relatively small nation to five wins, three draws and four losses.
Tom Sermanni
Gustavsson parted ways with the Matildas in August, before Sermanni was appointed the interim coach in September.
Several months later, and the veteran coach remains in his role as the search for a permanent coach continues.
Given the Asian Cup is now less than a year away, does Australia opt for some continuity despite recent lacklustre results under Sermanni?
It's unlikely, but not out of the question.