Matildas ‘need to win something’ says Football Australia CEO
On the back of their Olympics debacle, James Johnson has opened up on the plans for the Matildas’ ‘evolution’ as the team heads towards hosting a home Asian Cup in less than two years.
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Fears champagne-sipping FA have cruelled next-gen Matildas
The Matildas failure to get out of the group stage of the Olympics has thrust a burning spotlight on a game that is already in crisis at a domestic level. It’s about to get worse.
The candidates: Who could be Matildas’ next coach?
Three time women’s championship winning A-Leagues coach Ante Juric has emerged as a front runner to take the charge of the Matildas. Find out how he compares with the contenders.
Enter via jet, exit by bus — Matildas’ journey goes off script
They arrived on a private jet full of promise and were hustled out of town on a train and bus, but players are sticking by the outgoing coach and their preparation for the Games.
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‘Sh*tshow’: Matildas in turmoil ahead of crunch match
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson’s reign as coach will end after this Olympics, but questions have been raised about his management of the team in France.
Mistake Matildas cannot repeat if they want to win a medal
Having survived by the skin of their teeth against Zambia, the Matildas take on women’s football giants the USA. ERIN SMITH breaks down the changes they must make to stand any chance.
Gold medals are great, but Olympics a reality check for us all
If you win you’re a national hero, lose and we turn our collective backs and put the scarfs and beanies back in the drawer, writes Mike O’Connor.
‘Critical’ that A-Leagues capitalise on Matildas boom
Angel FC boss Julie Uhrman, the president of the most valuable women’s football franchise in the world, said it is ‘critical’ Australia gets its national women’s competition right to capitalise on the Matildas’ boom.
Slater: Shambolic Matildas must lift after ‘lucky’ escape
Staring down the barrel of elimination, the Aussies showed great courage to fight back but let’s not sugar-coat things too much. The Matildas had more than their share of luck and must cash in on it now, writes ROBBIE SLATER.
6-5 thriller! Remarkable comeback keeps Matildas dream alive … just
It was a comeback for the record books that provided more questions than answers, but Michelle Heyman has helped keep the Matildas’ Olympics dream alive with a late goal sealing an incredible 6-5 victory.
Super sub saved the day but how did it go so wrong? Ratings
They conceded five goals in less than 60 minutes, but the Matildas’ Olympic campaign is somehow still alive. ERIN SMITH rates all the players from a wild night at Stade de Nice.
‘Disappointing’ Matildas regroup ahead of must win Zambia clash
Matildas’ star Mary Fowler admitted she was off her game against Germany but said she had hit the reset button ahead of their must win game with Zambia.
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