"Recent friendlies" refers to the most recent or latest friendly matches or games between teams or individuals who are not competitive rivals. Full definition
Both sides have had disappointing results in recent friendly matches though so will be looking for a win in their final match before the competition to take some confidence and momentum into their first group game. (caughtoffside.com)
That didn't happen during England's recent friendly against Germany at Wembley - Solanke featured elsewhere, scoring for England's U21 side in a 2 - 0 victory over Ukraine. (liverpooloffside.sbnation.com)
Both defenders had missed recent friendlies for their respective countries, Germany and Austria, with muscle injuries. (espn.in)