Alanna Kennedy return gives Matildas welcome headache
Alanna Kennedy's superb return from a wretched injury run has the Matildas pondering plenty of central defensive options ahead of their Women's World Cup tilt.
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England expects as Lionesses gear up for Cup assault
European champions England head into the Women's World Cup as strong contenders to deny the USA a third straight title.
Sam Kerr primed to thrive under World Cup spotlight
Matildas superstar Sam Kerr carries Australia's hopes at the Women's World Cup but there is an air of confidence that she can handle the pressure.
Matildas issue call to arms on WWC prize money, legacy
The Matildas have released a video putting the heat on football's local and world leaders to ensure the Women's World Cup leaves a legacy for future players.
Matildas ready to get physical in Ireland WWC opener
The Matildas are ready for whatever Ireland throw at them in their Women's World Cup opener, including if things get physical.
Postecoglou credits late father for meteoric rise
Australia's Ange Postecoglou will have his first game in charge of an English Premier League side in Tottenham's friendly against West Ham in Perth.
LGBTQI support falls short at World Cup: soccer boss
Football Australia are happy with FIFA's choice on captain's armbands at the Women's World Cup but would have liked stronger support for the LGBTQI community.
Matildas goalkeeper Teagan Micah joins Liverpool
Matildas goalkeeper Teagan Micah is the newest Australian in England's Women's Super League after signing for Liverpool.
Matildas warrior Katrina Gorry primed to star at WWC
Matildas dynamo Katrina Gorry is playing with greater freedom since the birth of daughter Harper and is a crucial part of Australia's Women's World Cup tilt.
Mary Fowler ready for her moment in World Cup spotlight
Matildas young gun Mary Fowler is ready to seize her chance on the global stage in Australia's Women's World Cup opener against Ireland.
Australia, Europe challenge to end US World Cup streak
The United States are the favourites for the Women's World Cup but they face a growing chasing pack, including Australia and a plethora of European nations.
Cathy Freeman surprises Matildas before World Cup tilt
The Matildas have received a surprise visit from legendary Australian athlete Cathy Freeman in camp ahead of the start of their Women's World Cup campaign.
Matildas cagey on Tameka Yallop fitness battle
Injured midfielder Tameka Yallop is in doubt for Australia's Women's World Cup opener against Ireland in Sydney after sitting out their main training session.
England players pause dispute for Women’s World Cup
"Disappointed" England players have put their dispute over with their national body over bonuses on hold until the Women's World Cup concludes.
Postecoglou’s Tottenham fall 3-2 to West Ham
Ange Postecoglou's managerial debut at Tottenham has been a promising one despite his side losing 3-2 to West Ham in Tuesday night's friendly in Perth.
Socceroos lock up Mexico friendly in Texas
The Socceroos have confirmed a September 9 meeting with world No.14 Mexico in Dallas as Graham Arnold's focus slowly turns to the 2026 World Cup.
Infantino in no mood to discuss Matildas’ equity claims
The head of world football says he is "happy with everything" and loves everyone, brushing off the Matildas' calls for increased funding for the women's game.
Matildas ready to get down to business at World Cup
The Matildas will finally kick off their hotly anticipated Women's World Cup campaign against Ireland, confident they are peaking at the right time.
Clare Polkinghorne ready for history-making World Cup
Clare Polkinghorne has watched the Matildas grow and is embracing the hype as she prepares for an Australian-record fifth Women's World Cup.
Matildas await FIFA call on First Nations flags at WWC
FIFA will soon make a call on whether First Nations flags can be hung inside the stadiums at the Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.
Kyah Simon named in Matildas’ World Cup squad
The Matildas have named veteran striker Kyah Simon in their 23-player Women's World Cup squad just nine months after she tore her ACL.
Matildas face World Cup selection euphoria, heartbreak
The opportunity, or heartbreak, of a lifetime awaits Australia's Matildas when the final 23-player squad for the home Women's World Cup is announced.
Big injury gambles to define Matildas’ home WWC squad
The Matildas have several players under injury clouds ahead of Tony Gustavsson naming his final 23-player squad for the Women's World Cup on home soil.
Socceroo Aaron Mooy retires from football
Aaron Mooy has called time on his 13-year professional career, the Socceroos and Celtic midfielder announcing his immediate retirement from football.
Vine battles imposter syndrome to become key Matilda
Cortnee Vine's rapid rise has sometimes left her feeling she's masquerading as a Matilda, but the speedy winger is on a fast-track to a World Cup breakthrough.
Foord poised to step out of Kerr’s shadow at World Cup
Matildas attacker Caitlin Foord is thriving with club and country and looks primed to make the Women's World Cup on home soil all her own.
New Zealand allege racism, abandon Qatar friendly
The All Whites, NZ's men's soccer team, have abandoned a friendly match against Qatar after alleged racist abuse was aimed at defender Michael Boxall.
Matildas look to emulate England’s home heroics at WWC
A month out from the Women's World Cup, the Matildas can look to emulate England's home Euros triumph - and there are plenty of parallels.
Haaland strike fails to wreck Scotland’s perfect record
Erling Haaland's first goal since May was not enough to prevent Scotland maintaining their 100 per cent start to qualifying for the 2024 European Championship.
Kyah Simon included in Matildas’ preliminary WWC squad
Less than nine months after tearing her ACL, Matildas striker Kyah Simon has been included in Australia's 29-player provisional squad for the Women's World Cup.
Messi inspires Argentina past Socceroos in Beijing
The Socceroos have taken it up to Lionel Messi's Argentina in Beijing but still lost 2-0 in the rematch of their World Cup round-of-16 defeat.