FIFA suspends Spain soccer boss after World Cup kiss
Luis Rubiales has been provisionally suspended by FIFA following the Spanish Football Federation president's conduct at the women's World Cup final in Sydney.
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Revelry not recriminations for World Cup winners Spain
After months of pre-tournament unrest, Spain's first Women's World Cup title has justified all the unrest, their polarising coach Jorge Vilda insists.
Sydney derby opener as ALW targets Matildas momentum
The A-League Women season kicks off with a Sydney derby at Allianz Stadium, with league bosses targeting the biggest domestic attendance in Australian history.
Sam Kerr not done yet with Women’s World Cups
Matildas captain Sam Kerr hopes to attend a fifth Women's World Cup in 2027 but she doesn't know how many of her teammates will go around again.
Matildas to embrace last chance at WWC history
The Matildas are determined to take a bronze medal away from the Women's World Cup and coach Tony Gustavsson won't hand out jerseys based on emotion.
Major boost for women’s sport as broadcast changes loom
The Albanese government will roll out $200 million in funding for women's sport and overhaul broadcast rules in the wake of the Matildas' world cup tilt.
Spain revolt ‘overshadows’ WWC showdown with England
Spain play in their first Women's World Cup final but a cloud hangs over boss Jorge Vilda as they prepare to face England at Stadium Australia.
Weary Matildas slump to Sweden loss in WWC play-off
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson has defended his selection policy after his fatigued Australia side lost their Women's World Cup third-place play-off to Sweden.
Stoic Arnold a heroic campaigner for Matildas in WWC
Matildas goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold has captured the hearts and minds of the Australian public in the Women's World Cup campaign.
Setbacks stopped Simon playing at World Cup: Gustavsson
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson has confirmed injury setbacks limited controversial squad selection Kyah Simon to possible spot-kick duties at the World Cup.
Gustavsson demands investment as Matildas look forward
The Matildas will turn their focus from the Women's World Cup to qualifying for the Paris Olympics, with coach Tony Gustavsson coy on his future.
Foord’s ‘worst nightmare’ came true in Matildas loss
Matildas forward Caitlin Foord battled on with a black eye and bruised head in Australia's 2-0 loss to Sweden.
Barriers broken down as England face Spain in WWC final
There is certain to be a new name on the World Cup, with England's Millie Bright keen to end 57 years of hurt in the final against fellow first-timers Spain.
Young gun Fowler better for World Cup experience
Matildas wunderkind Mary Fowler thrived on her Women's World Cup experience and appears set to go from strength to strength.
Spain drop Putellas, England unchanged for WWC final
England have named an unchanged starting line-up for the Women's World Cup final while Spain have dropped Alexia Putellas for Salma Paralluelo.
William faces running backlash over WWC final absence
Former England goalkeeper Pauline Cope has branded Prince William's decision not to attend the Women's World Cup final in Australia "a shame".
Spain beat England 1-0 to win Women’s World Cup final
Spain have won the Women's World Cup for the first time by beating England 1-0 in the final in Sydney, with captain Olga Carmona scoring the winner.
Kerr throws support behind Matildas teammate Carpenter
Ellie Carpenter was caught out a couple of times in the Women's World Cup loss to England but captain Sam Kerr has fiercely defended her Matildas teammate.
Matildas’ Gustavsson ready for familiar Swedish foes
Tony Gustavsson knows all about third-place play-off opponents Sweden as the Matildas aim to end their Women's World Cup campaign on a high.
Kerr wants to end rollercoaster World Cup with bronze
Matildas captain Sam Kerr fought back from injury to deliver one of the goals of the Women's World Cup and wants to end her campaign with a bronze medal.
Haunted Wallaby RWC final loser craves Matildas revenge
Still scarred by Australia's 2003 Rugby World Cup final loss to England, ex-Wallaby Mat Rogers wants revenge from the Matildas at the same venue 20 years on.
Spain beat Sweden to claim Women’s World Cup final spot
Spain have defeated Sweden 2-1 to book their place in the Women's World Cup final where they will meet the winner of Australia and England.
Matildas’ belief sky-high for semi as WWC hype builds
Confidence is high and the Matildas are embracing the hype heading into their hotly anticipated Women's World Cup semi-final against England.
Matildas providing lessons for AFL leaders Collingwood
Matildas goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold's legendary penalty shootout performance has provided a lesson in resilience for AFL ladder-leaders Collingwood.
Superstar Sam Kerr to start in Matildas’ WWC semi-final
Superstar captain Sam Kerr will make her first start of the Women's World Cup in Australia's semi-final against England, but defender Alanna Kennedy is out ill.
England end Matildas’ dream at Women’s World Cup
The Matildas are out of the Women's World Cup after suffering a 3-1 loss to England in the semi-final and must now prepare for the third-placed play-off.
Kerr unfazed by wondergoal, laments missed chances
A dejected Sam Kerr has rued her side's failure to convert in their semi-final loss to England.
Matildas stars left to rue missed World Cup opportunity
Australia's semi-final defeat at their home Women's World Cup has potentially scuppered the silverware hopes of a glittering group of Matildas players.
Matildas score viewing records as flare ‘idiots’ fined
The Women's World Cup semi between the Matildas and Lionesses smashed television viewing records but concerns have been raised about the actions of some fans.
Tony Gustavsson ‘strong candidate’ for USA job: Ellis
Legendary coach Jill Ellis says Matildas manager Tony Gustavsson is a "strong candidate" to lead the USA back to its former glory.
Spain, Sweden set for high pressure World Cup semi
Sweden coach Peter Gerhardssen says the first Women's World Cup semi-final, an all-Euro clash with Spain, will display "lovely football".