Matildas do fans proud with winning World Cup match
Australia has gone green and gold for the Matildas with more than 75,000 fans turning up to watch their first World Cup match against Ireland.
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World Cup goes on as Norway swept up in NZ shooting
The Norwegian football team have been placed in lockdown following a shooting in Auckland prior to the opening match at the Women's World Cup.
Matildas to embrace crowd fervour in World Cup opener
The Matildas will kick off their Women's World Cup tilt in front of their biggest-ever crowd and superstar captain Sam Kerr says they will welcome the noise.
Matildas ready to contend at home Women’s 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 to contend.
Football Ferns’ rallying cry from rugby star Ruby Tui
A sold out Eden Park roared the Black Ferns to Rugby World Cup glory last year, now Kiwis have been urged to give their female footballers a similar lift.
Ash Barty on Sam Kerr, Matildas World Cup bandwagon
The Matildas' superstar captain Sam Kerr has retired tennis star Ash Barty in their corner ahead of their Women's World Cup tilt on home soil.
Brazil changes work hours for Women’s World Cup
Brazil's government has changed work hours for civil servants to allow them to watch their team in action at the Women's World Cup in Australia and NZ.
Irish fighting fit as O’Sullivan cleared for WWC opener
Coach Vera Pauw says midfielder Denise O'Sullivan is fit for selection for Ireland's World Cup opener against Australia on Thursday night.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
New defensive steel the bedrock of Matildas’ WWC bid
The Matildas have built defensive depth and steel over the past two years and it has them primed to contend for the Women's World Cup.
Ireland’s wait on star after abandoned warm up clash
A Women's World Cup warm-up match between Ireland and Colombia was called off after 20 minutes with Ireland claiming reckless play by Colombia.
Matildas nervously await Tameka Yallop injury update
The Matildas are hopeful Tameka Yallop's knee injury won't be a problem before the World Cup and expect Sam Kerr and Alanna Kennedy to also be fine.
Our players feared for their bodies: Ireland WWC coach
After the shock of their aborted "overly physical" World Cup warmup against Colombia, Ireland's eyes are turning to their tournament opener against Australia.
Ireland-Colombia World Cup warm-up clash called off
A closed-doors Women's World Cup warm-up match between Ireland and Colombia in Brisbane has been called off after 20 minutes for becoming too physical.