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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
Kerr coy on fitness after making Matildas return
Captain Sam Kerr made her eagerly anticipated return from a calf injury in the Matildas' win over Denmark but won't reveal how much she can ramp up her minutes.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.