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Coach Basim Rasho (R) says he is proud of a former team member, Danella Butrus (L), who is headed for the Matildas' junior side. Credit: Basim.jpg

Danella Butrus, a Roxburgh Park United FC player in Melbourne, has joined the Junior Matildas in time for the U17 Women's World Cup selection. Coach Basim Rasho says her selection is a valuable investment in Australian soccer. He says Danella scored 117 goals in 18 matches and that Australian soccer fans will be amazed by her talent when she appears on the field during the Asia Cup.

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Danella Butrus, a Roxburgh Park United FC player in Melbourne, has joined the Junior Matildas in time for the U17 Women's World Cup selection. Coach Basim Rasho says her selection is a valuable investment in Australian soccer. He says Danella scored 117 goals in 18 matches and that Australian soccer fans will be amazed by her talent when she appears on the field during the Asia Cup.

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