‘Un-Australian’: Matildas’ ‘huge wake-up call’
Interim Matildas boss Tom Sermanni hasn’t held back in his criticism of Australia’s poor effort against Japan.
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‘Beyond less than acceptable’: Matildas embarrassed by Japan
The Matildas have crashed to their worst loss against fierce Asian rival Japan, failing to have a shot on target in a horror start to the SheBelieves Cup.
Matildas thrashed in sorry display
A disappointing Matildas outfit has been totally outclassed by a slick Japan in Houston in worrying signs ahead of the Asian Cup.
No coach, no shots on target: ‘UnAustralian’ Matildas slammed
Alarm bells are ringing for the Matildas after their embarrassing display against Japan. Is the coaching uncertainty to blame or are there deeper issues? Here’s what we learned from the 4-0 defeat.
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No fairytale as Brazil breaks Matildas’ hearts in Brisbane
A celebration of retiring defender Clare Polkinghorne’s decorated career didn’t go to plan for the Matildas, who fell 3-1 to Brazil at Suncorp Stadium.
‘Big shoes to fill’: Tributes for Matildas star ahead of final game
Clare Polkinghorne is revered by her teammates as being the toughest on the field – so tough she didn’t even flinch when her coach almost knocked her out at training. ERIN SMITH reveals more to that story, and other tributes, inside.
‘Team first’ still mantra for retiring Matilda
Clare Polkinghorne’s decorated Matildas career will come to an end in her hometown of Brisbane on Thursday night.
Revisited: The Matildas’ most memorable goals since 2015
Ahead of their return to Suncorp Stadium this week, ERIN SMITH revisits the most memorable Matildas goals of the past decade.
Fowler, Vine, protected by Matildas’ new approach
Five years ago taking a mental health break would have been the end of an athlete’s career with the Matildas, but a huge cultural shift has put players back in control of their welfare.
‘All we’ve ever wanted’: Matildas star on scheduling
The Matildas will play four games in 10 days to finish 2024 and while it’s too much for some, one star says it’s where every player wanted the women’s game to be.
‘Need rest’: Matilda defends star’s withdrawal
The Matildas will play four games in 10 days in two states and one veteran says it’s no surprise one of her star teammates is one of three key withdrawals.
Fowler drops sad news no fan wants to see
Mary Fowler has suddenly withdrawn from the Matildas squad, with personal issues emerging for the first time.
Matildas injury crisis: Hawksby emerges as selection bolter
Several Matildas players are racing the clock to prove their fitness for this week’s friendlies against Brazil after three potential debutants suffered injuries during the ALW Unite Round.
Victory star eyes Matildas return after injury heartache
Emily Gielnik has revealed how one tackle 18 months ago cost her both a home World Cup berth and Paris Olympic dream. Now, she’s eyeing minutes for the national team.
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