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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Matildas hope for Kerr miracle in do-or-die Canada game
Beating Canada would secure the Matildas a spot in the Women's World Cup round of 16 and they hope they can finally call on Sam Kerr to help them do it.
Matildas coach to review ‘strange’ substitute tactics
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson isn't sure whether he left it too long to make changes as his side were shocked 3-2 by Nigeria in the Women's World Cup.
Script torn up as Matildas let slip golden chance
The Matildas had 28 shots to Nigeria's 11 but were left to rue defensive lapses in a costly loss that leaves them scrambling to avoid an early World Cup exit.
Matildas’ WWC in peril after disastrous Nigeria loss
The Matildas' hopes of reaching the knockout stage of their home Women's World Cup are hanging by a thread after suffering a disastrous 3-2 loss to Nigeria.
Socceroos learn 2026 World Cup qualification opponents
The Socceroos face two tough trips to the Middle East for their first round of World Cup qualifiers after they were drawn in a pool with Lebanon and Palestine.
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.
Injury-hit Matildas ready to stand tall against Nigeria
The Matildas will seal progression to the Women's World Cup round of 16 if they beat Nigeria, but they will have to do so without Sam Kerr and Mary Fowler.
Canada captain Sinclair in doubt to take on Matildas
Australia aren't the only team with concerns over a star player, with Canada captain Christine Sinclair in doubt for next week's clash with the Matildas.
Canada beat Ireland 2-1 after early Olimpico setback
Canada coach Beverley Priestman has pulled a huge selection shock by not starting captain Christine Sinclair, but her team was still able to walk away winners.
Matildas won’t rush Kerr update, defend Simon selection
An update on Sam Kerr's calf injury is unlikely until the day before the Matildas' final Women's World Cup group game against Canada.
Nigeria won’t be swayed by Kerr, Fowler absences
Nigeria will hope to frustrate the Matildas like Ireland did first-up and insist they won't let Mary Fowler and Sam Kerr's absence make them complacent.
US captain Horan driven by missing 2019 WWC final
The Netherlands will be out for revenge when they play two-time reigning champions USA in Wellington in a rematch of the 2019 Women's World Cup final.
Coach backs Matildas’ attack without concussed Fowler
The Matildas are prepared to reshuffle when they take on Nigeria in the Women's World Cup without concussed young gun Mary Fowler and star striker Sam Kerr.