Wellington Phoenix head coach Gemma Lewis hopes a lack of expectation gives freedom to her players as they begin their inaugural A-League Women's campaign.
Star strikers at either end of the field highlight an intriguing round one A-League Women encounter on Friday night between Canberra United and Melbourne City.
Brisbane Roar have turned to midfielder Ayesha Norrie to captain the team through a crucial A-League Women season following the departure of several stars.