Matildas Paris disaster: Every player rated
In a 3-nil loss to Germany to open their Paris campaign, no Matildas’ player rated more than seven and just two with six and above. FULL PLAYER RATINGS
In a 3-nil loss to Germany to open their Paris campaign, no Matildas’ player rated more than seven and just two with six and above. FULL PLAYER RATINGS
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson has declared the full 22-woman squad fit and ready for their opening match against Germany on Friday morning.
Forever scribbling away in her journal, Mary Fowler details her inner most thoughts. Will the Paris Olympics be a defining chapter?
Matildas goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold has revealed she almost gave the game away after her last Olympic experience.
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson has analysed four months worth of footage to find the best use for his biggest weapon against Germany, that player being Mary Fowler.
Mary Fowler grew up playing football in far-north Queensland with no idea who the Matildas were. Now she is the face of the team, sought after by global brands, and an inspiration for the next generation, writes JESSICA HALLORAN.
Tony Gustavsson has the reins of the biggest team in Australian sport, but few know much about him. He details the highs and lows of his journey with the Matildas, and the hurt driving them at Paris.
A year ago, Matildas Olympic debutant Kaitlyn Torpey hadn’t even played for the national team. The Brisbane girl reveals how she forced her way in.
The Matildas are Australian sport’s most lucrative brand right now and on the eve of the Olympics, Football Australia boss James Johnson has revealed his plans to keep growing the booming team.
Matildas midfielder Kyra Cooney-Cross has revealed one major change from the World Cup that could help land the team on the podium in Paris.
Matildas midfielder Tameka Yallop says that walking away from Tokyo with nothing still bugs the Matildas, as they continue the Olympic medal chase. Listen to the full En Route podcast.
The Matildas have left no stone unturned when it comes to preparing for the Paris Olympics, sourcing an outside expert to scout their group stage opponents.
In the absence of Matildas captain Steph Catley, emerging star Clare Wheeler has jumped at the chance for more game time.
The Matildas have suffered another injury blow, as well as a loss, ahead of their Paris Olympic Games campaign.
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson has been reluctant to reveal how Steph Catley suffered a lower leg injury that has her in danger of missing her side’s opening match at the Olympic Games.
Seven Matildas have been nominated for the PFA women’s player of the year award, but one superstar isn’t among them.
Fans of the Matildas aren’t happy with a “ridiculous” broadcasting move for their last game before the Paris Olympics.
Matildas goalkeeper Teagan Micah was flying – she had the No.1 spot on the national team and was an Olympics hero. Then she was concussed. This is how her life changed in that moment, and the struggle to return to the top.
Matildas star Hayley Raso wants to finish her career in the A-League, but not before achieving some other goals, including earning an Olympic Games medal.
Matildas goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold has revealed her new club after departing West Ham at the end of last season.
The Matildas will take on Canada this weekend in an Olympic Games warm-up clash without one of their star defenders.
Just weeks after an emotional send off Matildas retiring goalkeeper Lydia Williams has been handed one last chance to add an Olympic medal to her trophy cabinet.
The Matildas will adopt an ‘underdog’ mentality in their bid to finish among the medals at the Paris Olympics.
A key Matilda is ready to shine at the Olympic Games after recovering from ankle surgery.
The Matildas are at war with each other over a shock move to re-write history with Football Australia causing outrage.
Danella Butrus and the Junior Matildas arrived in Cairns over the weekend and lead an empowering soccer session for a group of diverse youth.
Arsenal’s Matildas stars will cross paths with a familiar face when they travel to Melbourne next month to play the A-League All-Stars.
The rampant success of a home World Cup created a unique platform for women’s football to grow. The national league has failed to capitalise and must make urgent changes, argues one Matildas hero.
Sam Kerr’s bid to get her alleged racism case struck out of court on the grounds of abuse of process has hit another delay.
A discarded Matilda says she doesn’t know where she stands with the national side ahead of a chance to impress against a host of Aussie stars.
Caitlin Foord started in the A-League almost 15 years ago and is now a global football super star. But she knows, to ensure the next generation of Matildas have the same opportunities, important steps are still required and is hoping her Arsenal team’s arrival can help.
With Australia set to host the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup, a decision regarding the Matildas has sparked outrage.
An embarrassing government own goal means Victoria won’t host a single Matildas match at Australia’s 2026 Women’s Asian Cup.
With Australia set to be confirmed as host nation for the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup, the host states have been announced.
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.
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.
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.
On the countdown to the Paris Olympics, Australia’s favourite goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold reveals the team’s new gameplay.
If you want to be the best you have to beat the best – but before teenage football prodigy Indiana dos Santos jets overseas she has to finish high school – and hopefully win another A-Leagues title.
A UK court has granted prosecutors a second extension after they were unable to gather the evidence needed to cross-examine the Australian striker over alleged racial abuse.
The Matildas pulled off a 2-0 win over Mexico but can Matildas’ coach Tony Gustavsson find the right balance and mix of players in time for the Paris Olympics.
There weren’t many minutes on offer for the Matildas’ fringe players, but their coach says the win over Mexico gave him plenty of answers to their injury crisis.
The Matildas have dominated Mexico in one of their final pre-Olympic matches. But who starred – and who stumbled – to add intrigue to Australia’s Paris plans. EVERY PLAYER RATED.
Australia has dominated Mexico in one of their final pre-Olympic clashes – giving coach Tony Gustavsson additional headaches as he tries to whittle down his squad.
The Matildas injury list is a long one and coach Tony Gustavsson used a long training camp in Florida for playing experiments which could be on show against Mexico on Wednesday.
Matildas star Mary Fowler says there’s a key reason she’s a more mature and impactful player than at the last Olympic Games.
The Matildas’ long injury list has forced coach Tony Gustavsson to experiment during a training camp ahead of a clash with Mexico.
More football for club and country has created injury worries for the Matildas but more depth than ever means the fight for Olympic spots is on.
Sam Kerr has thrown her support behind the Taylor Swift of US women’s basketball ahead of her court case over the alleged racial abuse of a police officer.
Sharn Freier’s call up to the Matildas might have been a surprise to many – including herself – but it has shown her that anything is possible.
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