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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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’ 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Australia Cup giantkillers learn their last-16 fate
The draw for the Australia Cup last-16 has produced two all A-League Men ties and sent Campbelltown City, who knocked out holders Macarthur, to Melbourne.
Matildas pile pressure on England, coy on Kerr minutes
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson insists England are the favourites in their Women's World Cup semi-final, while he's yet to decide if Sam Kerr will start.
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".
PM waves away concerns about Matildas public holiday
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says regardless of the final result, the nation must celebrate the Matildas for their "extraordinary" World Cup.
Matildas not drawn on England Women’s World Cup rivalry
The Matildas aren't buying into the national rivalry with England ahead of their Women's World Cup semi-final but can take heart from having beaten them.
Boxes Australia must tick to consider hosting men’s WC
Football Australia CEO James Johnson says Australia has work to do if it is to follow up the success of the Women's World Cup by hosting a men's edition.
Matildas focus on recovery before England World Cup SF
The Matildas face a tight turnaround before their Women's World Cup semi-final against England and will have minimal time on the training track.
Blues-Reds draw, Spurs also held in EPL season openers
Chelsea and Liverpool have drawn 1-1 to begin their EPL campaigns, while Spurs started life under Australian manager Ange Postecoglou with a draw at Brentford.
Ratings records tumble as Australia goes Matildas mad
Australia has gone Matildas mad after they smashed television ratings on their way to a pulsating penalty shootout win over France.
‘Riding the wave’: Cahill backs Matildas to win WC
Tim Cahill says Australia's dream of winning the Women's World Cup is now a reality after a drama-filled shootout win over France sent them to the semi-final.