First but forgotten: Meet the Lost Matildas
They thought they were on the cusp of becoming the oldest capped Matildas — instead the Australian XI which played in the first Asian Cup has been denied formal recognition. Find out why.
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World first for Aussie star Sam Kerr
In a year full of awards for Australian star Sam Kerr, the latest recognition signifies her global standing.
Australia’s $230m World Cup ‘legacy’
With a year to go until the start of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, football’s future in Australia has been enhanced with a $230m injection.
Replacing the ‘irreplaceable’: Matildas’ dark WC conundrum
A year out from World Cup, Matildas coach Tony Gustavasson is searching for a key replacement but one expert believes the manager has far more pressing issues.
Sam Kerr does what no woman ever has
Sam Kerr has won almost everything there is in football and her latest accolade is something no woman has ever previously been recognised with.
Heatley blazing a trail for future Matildas
The chance to captain Australia’s U23s is one Winonah Heatley hopes will pave the way to more leadership opportunities in her future. And the defender is part of a group blazing a trail for the next generation of Matildas
‘Long cycle’: FA boss backs Matildas coach
Football Australia chief executive James Johnson remains confident that Tony Gustavsson is the right man to lead the Matildas.
Brisbane to host Socceroos and Matildas
International football returns to Suncorp Stadium in September with matches involving the Socceroos and the Matildas.
ACL on debut: Heartbreak for Matildas rookie
The Matildas injury crisis is deepening after the team’s worst fears for debutant Taylor Ray were confirmed.
Hail Mary: Fowler’s life-changing Man City deal
Matildas’ teen prodigy Mary Fowler is set to take her game to the next level, after signing with one of world football’s biggest clubs.
Late goal denies Matildas victory
Thrashed by Spain just a few days earlier, the Matildas produced a better performance to draw with Portugal.
Gustavsson yet to ‘bring best’ out of Matildas
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson faces the tough task of lifting his weakened and embarrassed team for Wednesday morning’s match against Portugal.
‘What a load of c**p’: Matildas flogged 7-0
Australian football fans were questioning what the Matildas were doing as they took a bizarre approach during a “harrowing” loss to Spain.
Matildas great to join century club
Having debuted for the Matildas as a teenager 17 years ago, Lydia Williams is set to reach a special milestone for the national team.
Matilda’s chance for game time
With a host of stars missing, Emily Gielnik with a greater chance to impress Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson in matches against Spain and Portugal.
Another chance for emerging Matilda
She was set for a well-earned holiday at home with her family, but Amy Sayer has instead been given another chance with the Matildas.
From almost quitting to Matildas call-up for Sydney young gun
A chance to travel, play beside a best mate and potentially suit up for Australia – it’s all on the table for a youngster who nearly quit her sport just a few years ago. NEW MATILDAS SQUAD
Kerr headlines list of Matildas’ absentees
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson has rested a host of top-liners, including captain Sam Kerr, from this month’s friendly matches against Spain and Portugal.
De Vanna courage shows one voice can make difference
Lisa De Vanna should be lauded for her courage, for the legend has paid a very deep personal price in being the lead voice in this investigation into the Matildas’s culture.
More proof super Sam is simply the best
Sam Kerr has been picking up trophies and awards for fun in 2022 and the latest one is among the biggest of them all.
Matildas weapon urged not to give up on World Cup dream
One of Ellie Carpenter’s Matildas teammates has backed the star defender to mount an unlikely World Cup bid after going down with an ACL injury in the Champions League final.
Matildas to meet Spain
The Matildas and Spain are set to meet for the first time in women’s international football.
All-conquering Sam Kerr is simply ‘the best’
Matildas captain Sam Kerr continues to ‘deliver’ for English Women’s Super League champions Chelsea.
‘Unthinkable’: Sam Kerr you are a freak
Aussie Sam Kerr has blown the world away again with a stunning performance and one highlight moment that is going viral.
Sam Kerr snares player of year honour
Matildas captain Sam Kerr’s great season with Chelsea has been recognised by England’s Football Writers’ Association.
Kerr snubbed for top women’s gong
After a sensational season in which she finished as top scorer in England’s Women’s Super League, Sam Kerr has missed out on football’s highest honour.
Sam Kerr snubbed for biggest award
Australian Sam Kerr has been overlooked for the highest individual honour in football after a brutal vote was revealed.
Defending not a priority for Matildas coach
Matildas mentor Tony Gustavsson admits his team’s defence is still a work in progress.
Postecoglou: Nothing ‘lucky’ about Celtic’s win
Celtic skipper Callum McGregor was in the right place at the right time to secure Ange Postecoglou’s team a valuable three points.
Gone in 24 seconds: Matildas thumped by relentless US
The Matildas produced a disastrous start and miss-of-the-year contender as they slumped to a heavy loss against an understrength US team.
Matildas haunted by worst start possible
The Matildas were on the back foot less than a minute into Saturday afternoon’s clash with the world-champion Americans.
Australia can’t handle ‘worst miss you’ll see’
The Matildas’ big showdown with the USA has become a “disaster” with an unfathomable miss highlighting the misery.
Matildas’ line-up a mystery
It’s been a ‘challenging’ week for the Matildas ahead of their ‘World Cup final’ dress rehearsal against the USA.
Yallop joins Matildas’ 100 club
Tameka Yallop’s football journey will lead to her becoming the 12th player to represent the Matildas 100 times.
De Vanna to continue career in Perth
Outspoken Matildas great Lisa De Vanna isn’t ready to walk away from football, returning home to play for Perth Glory.
Blow for Matildas as key defender sidelined
Manchester City defender Alanna Kennedy is injured and will miss Australia’s series against the USA.
Kerr and US star to put love aside in friendly
The US national team that Sam Kerr and the Matildas play on the weekend boasts plenty of fresh faces – and one Kerr knows better than most.
Refreshed Matildas star ready to rock USA
Emily van Egmond has enjoyed some rare time at home in preparation for the Matildas’ two-game series against the USA.
Matildas star Kerr in running for top FIFA gong
Matildas captain Sam Kerr continues to star on the world stage and has been rewarded with inclusion on an exclusive list.
Sam Kerr can’t stop scoring goals
Matildas captain Sam Kerr maintained her blistering form with a hat-trick for Chelsea against Birmingham City.
‘Really exciting’: Kerr’s big signing move
Sam Kerr is in demand all over the world but has made a big decision about her playing future.
World Cup final comes early for Matildas
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson will treat his side’s clash against the USA at Stadium Australia on November 27 like a World Cup final.
Missing 80-page mystery in Matildas sacking revealed
Two controversial reports – one in which 80 pages remain ‘sealed’ – are now central to the latest investigation into the sacking of our most successful Matildas coach.
Matildas star scores absolute screamer
Matildas star Steph Catley ended her 21-game wait for her first goal in Arsenal colours with a stunning strike in the Champions League.
‘Special night’ as Sam Kerr turns it on
Just over a week after leading Australia against Brazil in Sydney, Matildas star Sam Kerr put on a show in Switzerland.
Matildas to play powerhouse US
The blockbuster opponents keep coming for the Matildas who will take on world champions America in a two-game series in NSW this month.
Tone-deaf: How FA failed to react to De Vanna bullying claims
Lisa De Vanna has touched on the mental torment and personal loss she has suffered as the Matildas great contemplates legal action to clear her name of bullying accusations.
Aussie stars to meet in FA Cup final
Matildas’ attacking pair Sam Kerr and Caitlin Foord will be on opposing sides in next month’s women’s FA Cup final at Wembley.
Teen stars set to rock the World Cup
When the World Cup hits Australia in 2023, a couple of the Matildas teen sensations will be ready to rip it apart.
Future is now as Matildas teens relish world stage
The Matildas have found two linchpins for years to come after games against Brazil which showed Australian football has good reason to be optimistic about its future.
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