The Matildas' Golden Generation Goes Home Cortnee Vine's return to the A League Women is a significant shift in the trajectory of the Matildas.
This decision marks not only a personal choice but also a strategic move that could have far reaching consequences for Vine herself, her club, and Australia's hopes for the next Women's World Cup.
Vine's departure from the North Carolina Courage and return to Melbourne City is driven by a desire to bring lessons learned abroad back home.