Casualties of Australia’s Asian Cup bid
With Australia set to be confirmed as host nation for the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup, the host states have been announced.
Matildas
Three Aussie states set to share hosting of women’s Asian Cup
While Australia is yet to be officially ticked off as tournament hosts – three states have been identified as the homes of the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup.
The loophole that could get Kerr in the Matildas’ Paris squad
Matildas injured superstar Sam Kerr could be on her way to the Paris Games despite being unlikely to take the field. MATT LOGUE and ERIN SMITH discover the loophole to get her there.
Lifeline secured to save Canberra from A-League extinction
Canberra United have been offered a club-saving lifeline by the ACT Government which ensures the struggling A-League outfit can avoid being wiped out at the end of the season.
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Danes planning their own ‘party’ at the Matildas’ expense
Denmark will happily play the role of underdogs against the Matildas at Stadium Australia on Monday night.
Never say die Hunt living an unlikely World Cup dream
Clare Hunt may be one of the most low-profile Matildas, but as TILLY WERNER writes, her journey from injury-plagued to consistent World Cup performer epitomises the team’s ‘Never Say Die’ mantra.
Matildas to devise ‘game plan’ for Kerr
Sam Kerr’s availability for Australia’s FIFA Women’s World Cup clash against Denmark remains unknown.
Matildas mural to adorn iconic Aussie beach
A Melbourne artist has painted a mural of Australia’s women’s football team, to be unveiled hours ahead of their next World Cup clash.
Pictures: Revealing images add to Kerr injury mystery
The mystery surrounding Sam Kerr’s calf injury deepens with several images showing the superstar striker as an observer at Matildas training. See the exclusive pictures.
Slater: Matildas must embrace favouritism to beat Denmark
The Matildas played like world beaters as the underdogs against Canada, but now, as favourites, they’ll have to embrace the weight of expectation to get over Denmark, writes Robbie Slater.
‘World watch out’: Japan, Spain storm into last eight
Two of the World Cup’s top contenders made huge statements on the first day of round of 16 matches, with a Japanese star netting her fifth goal of the tournament.
Why Matildas could be set for era of huge success
Seven Matildas have made their World Cup debut in Australia, and four of those have become household names. Amy Chapman looks at why they’ll be vital against Denmark on Monday.
What you’ve got wrong about maligned Matildas boss
Tony Gustavsson has taken plenty of blows in his three years as Matildas head coach. It’s how he’s worn them that’s set the team on their World Cup path.
Analysis: Why Matildas’ numbers don’t stack up against rivals
On paper the Matildas have only just wiggled their way into the round of 16 with statistics revealing the gap between the host nation and European teams. SEE THE NUMBERS HERE.
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