By Marnie Vinall

Topic: A-League Women

Brisbane's Chloe Lincoln made a dramatic penalty save in stoppage time.

Chloe Lincoln was nervous when she found out she would start for the Matildas.

She had to boss her childhood idols around on the pitch.

Lincoln told ABC Sport that it was not long ago she was starstruck by her teammates.

Training in Matildas' camps is intense for goalkeepers.

Mackenzie Arnold gave Lincoln advice: 'Find your feet, find your voice.'

Lincoln is a shy person and has been working on being louder and more vocal.

It has taken Lincoln a long time to find her voice on the pitch.

Chloe Lincoln was a late call-up for the Asian Cup squad.

The 21-year-old is seen as Mackenzie Arnold's heir apparent.

Lincoln wasn't originally named in the 26-player Asian Cup squad.

The call-up came after Teagan Micah and Jada Whyman were ruled out.

Arnold was not fit enough, which made way for Lincoln in Australia's wins.

Lincoln said it was a special moment to play with the team.

She felt special to be contributing to the team's success.

This weekend Lincoln will play for Brisbane Roar in the A-League Women final.

Lincoln was one of three A-League Women players in the Matildas squad.

Many A-League Women players experience psychological distress.

The difference between A-League Women and overseas leagues is stark.

The average salary in the A-League Women is just over $30,000.

Lincoln reflected on the disparity between leagues and the potential for growth.

She loves playing in the A-League but thinks it has a long way to go.

Brisbane had an inconsistent season and scraped into finals.

Lincoln headlined the final regular season round with a penalty save.

Many commented on her calm and composed nature.

Lincoln finds strength in her reserved nature.

She knows that penalties involve a lot of luck.

There was no shortage of emotion in the high-stakes game.

Chloe Lincoln joined Brisbane Roar ahead of the 2025/2026 season.

Brisbane had an inconsistent season and ended up in a do-or-die game.

Lincoln celebrated with the group after the special moment.

Despite the hype of the Matildas, support for the A-League Women is low.

Lincoln hopes the spectacle will carry on into the finals.

She thinks the growth of women's football is amazing.

Lincoln hopes the A-Leagues can reap the benefits of the growth.

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