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.
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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
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Matildas hope for Kerr miracle in do-or-die Canada game
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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
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Dutch defy USA in Women’s World Cup final rematch
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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.
Norway draw with Switzerland, WWC hopes in danger
Switzerland and Norway have scrapped out a 0-0 draw to leave Group A delicately poised ahead of the final round of games.
Philippines stun Women’s World Cup co-hosts New Zealand
Western Sydney striker Sarina Bolden has scored the only goal of the game to give the Philippines a history-making Women's World Cup win over New Zealand.
Special connection binds Queensland’s Matildas to Boon
The Matildas' Queenslanders had an emotional reunion with their former physiotherapist Jo Boon, who is battling Motor Neurone Disease, in Brisbane.
Canada and Ireland to face off in crucial WWC clash
The Matildas' Women's World Cup Group B rivals Ireland and Canada will face off in Perth aiming to take a step towards progressing to the knockouts.
Matildas play down Fowler knock ahead of Nigeria clash
The Matildas have moved to allay fears over a knock Mary Fowler suffered at the end of Tuesday's training session ahead of facing Nigeria.
Gorry and Cooney-Cross relish Matildas midfield pairing
Matildas stalwart Katrina Gorry and young gun Kyra Cooney-Cross have formed a tantalising midfield partnership and are thriving at the Women's World Cup.
Slip of the tongue creates accidental Kerr injury panic
The extent of Sam Kerr's calf injury remains a mystery and Matildas youngster Kyra Cooney-Cross caused a brief panic by mistakenly saying she had torn it.
Matildas great Polkinghorne could start against Nigeria
Hometown hero Clare Polkinghorne could start for the Matildas against Nigeria in Brisbane amid a restricted build-up for fellow defender Alanna Kennedy.
Matildas delight in growth, competitiveness of WWC
Four-time Women's World Cup attendee and Matildas midfielder Tameka Yallop has delighted in how the tournament has exploded in popularity.
Haiti teen sensation Dumornay makes WWC stage her own
Haiti's 19-year-old star Melchie Dumornay stole the show in their opening match against European champions England and says she's not done yet.
Matildas confident they can adjust without Sam Kerr
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WWC newcomers Morocco raring for Germany clash
Morocco, the first Arab nation to reach a Women's World Cup, are confident they can make a splash in their opening match against powerhouse Germany.
Injured Sam Kerr watches on as Matildas resume training
The Matildas have returned to the training track in Brisbane, with injured skipper Sam Kerr sitting out, to begin preparations for facing Nigeria.