Striker James says sorry for stepping on Alozie’s back
England striker Lauren James has apologised to Michelle Alozie for the incident which led to her being sent off in their last-16 World Cup win over Nigeria.
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France book date with Matildas after defeating Morocco
France have cruised past Morocco 4-0 to book a clash against Australia in the quarter-finals of the Women's World Cup in Brisbane on Saturday.
France ready for hostile Matildas’ reception
Kenza Dali says France are expecting a parochial home crowd in Brisbane on Saturday when they take on Women's World Cup co-hosts Australia in the quarter final.
France friendly perfect prep for Matildas’ Cup clash
Australia insist they can take plenty out of July's friendly win over France as the Matildas prepare to face the world No.5 in a World Cup quarter-final.
Cortnee Vine ready to spark Matildas against France
Matildas winger Cortnee Vine has quickly moved on from being dropped to the bench and is confident she can provide the spark required if needed against France.
France’s Perriset holds the key to Foord, Kerr duels
France and Chelsea defender Eve Perriset will mark Caitlin Foord while giving her teammates tips on handling Sam Kerr in their Women's World Cup quarter-final.
Simon backed for crunch role in shootout if required
If the Matildas have to find a late winner or beat France via penalty shootout, Kyah Simon could be called upon to deliver the match-winning strike.
Matildas’ belief grows as Cup fever sweeps Australia
Support for the Matildas is sweeping the country as Australia's players continue to believe they can do something special at the Women's World Cup.
Matildas’ Hunt ready to vanquish hero Wendie Renard
Matildas centre-back Clare Hunt idolised Wendie Renard as a kid but is ready to end the French star's World Cup when their teams meet in the quarter-final.
We won’t wilt under home World Cup pressure: Matildas
The Matildas insist they're embracing the pressure of their home World Cup as they look to avoid the fate of 2019 hosts France by bowing out in the last-eight.
Fowler-van Egmond connection paying off for Matildas
Emily van Egmond and Mary Fowler's combination in attack has proved a winner for the Matildas as they progress through the Women's World Cup.
AFL rivals Dees, Blues caught up in Matildas fever
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin and Carlton counterpart Michael Voss have been following the Matildas' World Cup progress in the build-up to their huge AFL clash.
Perennial underachievers France ready to deliver at WWC
France want to finally break their run of underachieving at the Women's World Cup, and are confident ahead of facing the Matildas in their quarter-final.
Pitch invaders banned again for violent A-League clash
Pitch invaders who formed a violent mob at an A-League derby match in Melbourne last year have been slapped with additional bans, fines and community work.
Kerr will start v France if fit to play 90: Gustavsson
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson says if Sam Kerr is fit to start and play a full game against France in their Women's World Cup quarter-final, she will.
Sam Kerr’s minutes a mystery as Denmark clash looms
The Matildas are raring to take on Denmark for a spot in the Women's World Cup quarter-finals, but how much Sam Kerr will feature remains unclear.
Nigeria out to shock World Cup heavyweights England
Nigeria have set their sights on another upset as they prepare to face European champions England in the Women's World Cup round of 16.
Sweden tip defending champions USA out of World Cup
An inspired display from goalkeeper Zecira Musovic has helped Sweden keep scores deadlocked against the USA before a 5-4 win on penalties in Melbourne.
Gustavsson says Matildas don’t need underdog tag to win
The Matildas love to have the underdog tag but coach Tony Gustavsson is adamant they can fire without it against Denmark in the Women's World Cup round of 16.
Matildas beat Denmark to reach Women’s World Cup QF
The Matildas are into the Women's World Cup quarter-finals after beating Denmark 2-0 in front of 75,784 fans at Stadium Australia in Sydney.
England overcome send-off to beat Nigeria on penalties
England star midfielder Lauren James will miss their Women's World Cup quarter-final after being sent off in the Lionesses 4-2 win over Nigeria on penalties.
Matildas daring to dream as ‘scary’ Kerr prospect looms
Australia head into their World Cup quarter-final believing they can beat anyone, with the return of skipper Sam Kerr further strengthening a potent attack.
Penalty shootout won’t put Matildas’ Arnold on the spot
Matildas shotstopper Mackenzie Arnold insists she is ready to face a penalty shootout and won't be affected by a crackdown on goalkeepers' spot-kick antics.
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.
‘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.