Kellond-Knight was one of the stars in Australia’s Olympics campaign so far, acting as a utility in both defensive and attacking midfield. She was also involved in three of the six goals scored in their 6-1 win over Zimbabwe on Wednesday morning (AEST).

There isn’t a bigger test for Australia facing the host nation in the 2016 Rio Olympics and Kellond-Knight was looking to replicate was the Matildas did to Brazil in their 1-0 win in last year’s world cup.

“I’m excited, I don’t think I’ve played in front of a crowd that big before, so for me it’s a real opportunity to experience something like this,” Kellond-Knight said.

“It’s something you dream about when you’re a kid, playing in front of big crowds like this and I can’t imagine what it’ll be like.

“I struggle to hear my teammates when it’s just 20,000, so if there’s 60,000 it’s going to be unreal.”

The 26-year-old was confident they could progress to the final four after their performances demonstrated in the group stage.

Australia narrowly progressed past Group F, however performed well in their 2-2 draw against Germany after their 2-0 hiccup to Canada.

“We’ve played Brazil a number of times, twice in the last year and we know we can match them,” she said.

“Obviously you have to take in factors like their home crowd and expectations on their behalf, I think given our current form and playing group we have a very good chance of progressing to the next round.”

Co-Captain Clare Polkinghorne also mentioned the influence Kellond-Knight had on the Matildas and believed she deserved credit for her work

"She’s the rock of our midfield and she plays a massive part in the way we play. A lot of goes unseen," Polkinghorne said.

"We definitely build most of our play around her, in the last 18 months she’s been one of consistent players.

"When she’s playing well she’s one of the best midfielder’s in the world, so it’s good to have her."