Matildas take Olympic gamble on injured star in WC repeat
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson has once again named an injured star in his squad – with the coach adamant midfield engine Katrina Gorry will be match fit in time for the Paris Olympics.
Olympics 2016
Aussie win cements Olympic favouritism
The Australians blitzed their rivals for Olympic gold with a confidence-building win on the back of a try-scoring star.
Slater: The Kerr-sized hole the Matildas desperately need to fill
As the final Matildas’ Olympic spots remain up for grabs, former Socceroo Robbie Slater believes it’s time the players step up after a ‘novice’ performance against China.
Final four Olympic spots up for grabs as Tillies prepare for China
Matildas star Caitlin Foord says Friday night’s match up against China is ‘definitely not a friendly match’ as Tony Gustavsson prepares to cull five from wider squad.
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Huge Olympics step for Wallabies great
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‘We’re not top dogs’: Sailing debutants out to surprise at Paris Olympics
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Jackson’s Olympic dream alive after key Basketball Aus call
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Analysis: Rivals, unknowns cloud Matildas’ road to Olympic glory
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson says all focus is on the opening Olympics match against Germany – but if his squad want a medal far tougher competition stand in their way.
‘Damaged’: Inside shocking fall of Australia’s ultimate $267m what-if
Boomers four-time Olympian Shane Heal has doubts if former No. 1 draft pick Ben Simmons possesses the “passion” and “work ethic” to revive a career that looked destined for greatness.
World Cup lessons have ‘frustrated’ Fowler primed for Paris
Mary Fowler is adamant a lack of game time for Manchester City won’t affect her preparations for the Olympics, in which her form could determine whether Australia wins a maiden football medal.
Human Torch Atwell’s scorching response to Opals snub
Lauren Jackson’s international retirement may not be final.But it was another WNBL star who put her best foot forward after being overlooked for the Opals.
Olyroos coach laments schedule farce
The Australian men’s Olympic qualification bid has been dealt a blow with several young stars unavailable for a key lead-in tournament.
Matildas’ perfect pair ‘still growing’
The Matildas did not concede a single goal in Olympic qualifying, but Alanna Kennedy says the defence can improve further.
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