Two-time winners Germany in shock exit from World Cup
Germany have drawn 1-1 with South Korea in Brisbane to miss the knockout phase of the World Cup for the first time.
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‘Chief’ Randy Waldrum has Super Falcons soaring
Nigeria, headed by Texas-born coach Randy Waldrum, have defied an ongoing pay dispute and nightmare draw to emerge as one of the World Cup's feel-good stories.
Norway welcome striker headache ahead of Japan clash
Star striker Ada Hegerberg could return for Norway against Japan while Spain take on Switzerland in the Women's World Cup round of 16.
Matildas ready to seize opportunity as WWC opens up
Australia are determined to seize the opportunity of a lifetime at their home Women's World Cup as big names bomb out early.
In-form Raso says ‘maturity’ can help down Danes in WWC
Matildas winger Hayley Raso is enjoying the form of her life and says her experience can help "get the job done" as Australia face Denmark in the WWC's last-16.
No regrets for NRLW’s would-be Matildas star Gallagher
Sheridan Gallagher could have been a Matildas star but she's thrown her lot in with the NRLW.
Fowler prepared to step up in Women’s World Cup
Young gun Mary Fowler will likely have a key role again in Australia's attack against Denmark and plans to take the opportunity with both hands.
Sweden beat Argentina, lock in USA clash
Sweden will take on the United States in Melbourne in the Women's World Cup round of 16 after beating Argentina 2-0 to seal top spot in Group G.
Super South Africa send Italy packing from World Cup
South Africa have overcome a double from Arianna Caruso to beat Italy 3-2 in Wellington to qualify for the knockout stage of the Women's World Cup.
Firing without Kerr gives Matildas extra belief
Sam Kerr shapes as a welcome inclusion for the Matildas against Denmark in the World Cup last 16, to add to an attack that has found a way to fire without her.
Hunt ready to marshall Matildas defence against Denmark
The Matildas take on Denmark in the Women's World Cup round of 16 and relative newcomer Clare Hunt is ready to shine on the big stage.
Cup champions US given almighty scare against Portugal
Portugal forward Ana Capeta has come within inches of knocking out Women's World Cup champions the US, with the Americans progressing with a 0-0 draw.
Denmark beat Haiti 2-0, set up clash with Matildas
Denmark have beaten Haiti 2-0 in Perth to book a place in the Women's World Cup last 16 against Australia in Sydney next Monday.
England hit six to top group D as James steals the show
Two goals and three assists for Lauren James steered England to a 6-1 win over China in a meeting of the European and Asian champions, sealing Group D top spot.
England impress as new-look system frees James
England coach Sarina Wiegman employed a back three in a new-look formation en route to dismantling China 6-1 to top Group D with Lauren James prominent.
Lifeless World Cup showing shows US fallibility
Vlatko Andonovski's side looked a shadow of the US team that won the World Cup at the last two tournaments in their 0-0 draw with Portugal on Tuesday.
Newfound maturity has Matildas daring to dream at WWC
With a 4-0 thumping of Canada, the Matildas went from the verge of crashing out of the Women's World Cup to believing they can go deep into the tournament.
Matildas buy Sam Kerr an extra week to prove fitness
Matildas superstar Sam Kerr is a chance to feature in the Women's World Cup knockout stages after sitting out a third straight game in the 4-0 win over Canada.
Matildas beat Canada to reach World Cup knockouts
The Matildas have sealed progression to the Women's World Cup round of 16 by thumping Canada 4-0, with Hayley Raso scoring a brace.
Nigeria advance in World Cup after draw with Ireland
Nigeria have joined Australia in qualifying from Group B to reach the Women's World Cup round of 16 after securing a 0-0 draw with Ireland.
Matildas, Gustavsson era hits the crossroads at WWC
How the Matildas' do-or-die home Women's World Cup clash with Canada plays out may also mark how Tony Gustavsson's era is judged.
Colombia claim stunning late 2-1 win over Germany
Colombia have claimed a 2-1 win over Germany with a 97th minute goal, sealing the upset of the Women's World Cup so far.
Brilliant Brazil face France in World Cup blockbuster
Heavyweights Brazil and France will face off in Brisbane in one of the most hotly anticipated group stage matches of the Women's World Cup.
Matildas star Sam Kerr available for Canada WWC clash
Superstar captain Sam Kerr has given Australia's Women's World Cup campaign a shot in the arm by declaring herself available for the must-win clash with Canada.
Kerr return a lift for the Matildas’ morale: Carpenter
Captain Sam Kerr declaring herself available for Australia's do-or-die clash with Canada is massive mentally for her teammates, says defender Ellie Carpenter.
Honesty session helps Matildas move past Nigeria loss
The Matildas have a players-only team meeting immediately after games and Sam Kerr says it has helped them put losing to Nigeria behind them.
Renard inspires France past Brazil at World Cup
France have beaten Brazil 2-1 to earn their first win of the Women's World Cup, with skipper Wendie Renard scoring a late winner.
Sam Kerr mind games continue ahead of Canada clash
Sam Kerr's level of involvement in the Matildas' do-or-die Women's World Cup clash with Canada remains a mystery ahead of the game.
Melbourne urged to ramp up the noise for Matildas
Sam Kerr and Ellie Carpenter have urged a sellout crowd at AAMI Park to bring the noise and help the Matildas to a clutch Women's World Cup win over Canada.
New book sheds light on Australian soccer origins
A book about Australian soccer that took 20 years to compile is being hailed as the "lived and loved" history of the men's and women's games in this country.
Dutch defy USA in Women’s World Cup final rematch
The United States and the Netherlands have played out a 1-1 draw in the Women's World Cup, with a Lindsey Horan header cancelling out Jill Roord's opener.