Football Australia chief hits back at ‘silly’ criticism
Football Australia boss James Johnson is looking for answers after the worst Olympic campaign in Matildas history as he hits back at criticism and denies rift with star striker Sam Kerr.
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Slater: Golden girls show Matildas what real success looks like
The Matildas don’t need to look further than the Olympic village for an idea of what it takes to be the world’s best, writes ROBBIE SLATER. And it’s time Football Australia takes responsibility if they’re ever going to get there.
Olympic soccer match ends in huge brawl
Even coaching staff got involved during the major brawl at the Olympics quarter-final.
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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Slater: Shambolic Matildas must lift after ‘lucky’ escape
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Drone scandal all but ends defending champion’s Olympic dreams
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Blowtorch to probe Matildas’ ‘train wreck’ display
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