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.
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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’ 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.
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.
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.
‘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.
Matildas draw on heartbreak, past greats in triumph
The Matildas have drawn on their past heartbreaks and the path laid by those before them to deliver when it counts in a penalty shootout.
Matildas ready to keep World Cup dream time rolling
The Matildas are ready to keep the good times rolling against England after reaching the Women's World Cup semi-finals for the first time by beating France.
Matildas back fitness to deliver in World Cup QF
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson has rarely changed his starting XI or turned to substitutes, but is confident his charges have the fitness to outlast France.
Kerr will start v France if fit to play 90: Gustavsson
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson says if Sam Kerr is fit to start and play a full game against France in their Women's World Cup quarter-final, she will.
Perennial underachievers France ready to deliver at WWC
France want to finally break their run of underachieving at the Women's World Cup, and are confident ahead of facing the Matildas in their quarter-final.
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.
Skelton to let actions do talking as Wallabies skipper
New Wallabies captain Will Skelton won't let his lack of leadership experience prevent him driving Australia's young side forward at the Rugby World Cup.
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.
Wallabies legends axed as Jones floats World Cup double
Eddie Jones says the Wallabies can win the World Cup in 2023 and 2027 after he named a squad bursting with youth but minus Quade Cooper and Michael Hooper.
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.
Dellavedova misses out on Boomers World Cup selection
The Boomers have named their 13-man squad for three warm-up matches ahead of the Basketball World Cup with Olympic bronze medallist Matthew Dellavedova omitted.
Diamonds not forever: Wood retires after World Cup win
Vice-captain Steph Wood has retired from international netball after Australia's latest World Cup win, bringing to an end seven years with the Diamonds.
Surprise force emerges to challenge Boomers’ Cup tilt
First-time USA coach Steve Kerr knows the world has caught up to them, even if some of the biggest foreign NBA stars won't play at the upcoming FIBA World Cup.
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.
Wallabies can be Rugby World Cup contenders: Mortlock
Former World Cup captain Stirling Mortlock is a believer again and says the Wallabies are improving enough to challenge for the Webb Ellis trophy in France.
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.
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.
Diamonds edge Jamaica to make netball World Cup final
Australia have booked a netball World Cup final clash with England after shading Jamaica 57-54 in a dramatic semi-final in Cape Town.
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.
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.
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.