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PREVIEW: Brazil v Australia

PREVIEW: Brazil v Australia

In a re-match of the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup Round 16 clash, Australia takes on Olympic hosts Brazil in their final international friendly before next month's Rio 2016 Olympics. 23 Jul 2016
The last cut is the deepest

The last cut is the deepest

At the end of the hallowed halls of Wimbledon, before the players step onto one of the most famous sporting arenas in the world, the words of Rudyard Kipling's "If" are inscribed over the player's entrance. 6 Jul 2016
Matildas 18 player Rio 2016 Olympic Roster named

Matildas 18 player Rio 2016 Olympic Roster named

With 30 days until Australia's opening match for the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, Matildas head coach Alen Stajcic has named the 18 players who will participate in women's football tournament. 4 Jul 2016
5 Things Learned: Australia v New Zealand - Game 2

5 Things Learned: Australia v New Zealand - Game 2

The Matildas left it late as a much improved New Zealand forced the home team to share the spoils in a 1-1 finish at Etihad Stadium. 8 Jun 2016
Alen Stajcic names squad to face New Zealand in Rio 2016 farewell matches

Alen Stajcic names squad to face New Zealand in Rio 2016 farewell matches

Matildas head coach Alen Stajcic has recalled eight international based players for the Matildas 20 player squad to face New Zealand in next month's two match series in Ballaratt and Melbourne. 24 May 2016
Postecoglou: "I have a soft spot for the Matildas"

Postecoglou: "I have a soft spot for the Matildas"

As the meme states; what a time to be alive. 6 May 2016
Matildas Rio 2016 Olympics preparation delayed

Matildas Rio 2016 Olympics preparation delayed

The Matildas preparations for the Rio 2016 Olympics have been delayed amid discussions of a funding gap. 1 Apr 2016
Match Preview: Australia v Japan

Match Preview: Australia v Japan

It’s the moment we have all been waiting for; will the Matildas qualify for the Olympics in Brazil? 28 Feb 2016
Stajcic confident in squad depth

Stajcic confident in squad depth

If there is one word that could sum up Australia's 2016 AFC Women's Olympic Qualifiers campaign it is flexibility. 18 Feb 2016
Matildas squad named for Korea Republic international

Matildas squad named for Korea Republic international

A 20 player touring squad has been named by Matildas head coach Alen Stajcic for next week's international with Korea Republic. 22 Nov 2015
Matildas goalkeeper Melissa Barbieri retires from international football

Matildas goalkeeper Melissa Barbieri retires from international football

After 88 internationals and 13 years at the top of the women's game, Matildas veteran goalkeeper Melissa Barbieri has retired from international football. 24 Sep 2015
Australia receives positive WWC technical report

Australia receives positive WWC technical report

With Elise Kellond-Knight, Lisa De Vanna and Emily van Egmond highlighted, Australia has received a positive report from the FIFA Technical Study Group following the 2015 World Cup. 18 Aug 2015
3 Things Learned: Australia close but not close enough

3 Things Learned: Australia close but not close enough

Australia were defeated 3 - 1 in their opening match against the United States in Winnipeg, Canada. 10 Jun 2015
Australia draw 1-1 with China behind closed doors

Australia draw 1-1 with China behind closed doors

In the first of three closed door friendlies in the lead up to the World Cup, Australia drew with world no. 16 China 1-1 thanks to a Kyah Simon goal. 29 May 2015
Matildas for World Cup full of confidence

Matildas for World Cup full of confidence

Photo: Jeff Walsh / Quarrie Sports Photography 23 May 2015
PREVIEW: Australia v Vietnam

PREVIEW: Australia v Vietnam

Photo Credit: Emily Mogic Photography 21 May 2015