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Matildas lifted by Fowler scans

Matildas lifted by Fowler scans

The Matildas have been encouraged by scan results on Mary Fowler after the wonder-teen suffered a hamstring injury in training ahead of the World Cup. 7 Jun 2019
Matildas spirit forged in North Korea

Matildas spirit forged in North Korea

Rough-house tactics, appalling refereeing and getting stuck in elevators on tours to Pyongyang; Matildas legends recall their tours of North Korea. 7 Jun 2019
Matildas clock off ahead of World Cup slog

Matildas clock off ahead of World Cup slog

The Matildas are enjoying a last taste of freedom before knuckling down for the World Cup campaign. 4 Jun 2019
Matildas on defence after Dutch disaster

Matildas on defence after Dutch disaster

The Matildas concede they're in a race against time to waterproof a leaky defence, but they're up for the challenge ahead of  their World Cup campaign starting on Sunday against Italy. 3 Jun 2019
Sam Kerr laments Matildas wake-up call

Sam Kerr laments Matildas wake-up call

Matildas coach Ante Milicic says he won't be changing his World Cup plans or preparation despite a 3-0 thrashing by the Netherlands on Sunday. 2 Jun 2019
Matildas face final test before France

Matildas face final test before France

A thumping atmosphere at Eindhoven's Philips Stadion is expected for The Matildas' friendly with the Netherlands on Sunday. 1 Jun 2019
Netherlands v Matildas guide

Netherlands v Matildas guide

A look at the final friendly match for Ante Milicic's Matildas ahead of their World Cup campaign. 31 May 2019
Milicic: I am sick of being an underdog...

Milicic: I am sick of being an underdog...

Matildas coach Ante Milicic has played down expectations of Australia winning next month's Women's World Cup – but insisted: " I am sick of being an underdog." 24 May 2019
Fitness worries for Milicic's Matildas

Fitness worries for Milicic's Matildas

Matildas coach Ante Milicic is faced with the tricky task of managing many different levels of fitness among his players in their pre-World Cup training camp. 22 May 2019
No Bull - Ante is Macarthur's new boss

No Bull - Ante is Macarthur's new boss

One of the worst-kept secrets in Australian football was finally confirmed today with A-League new boys Macarthur FC unveiling Matildas boss Ante Milicic as their first head coach. 15 May 2019
Milicic: We can't wait

Milicic: We can't wait

Matildas coach Ante Milicic is looking forward to getting to Turkey this weekend as Australia prepare for the FIFA Women's World Cup. 14 May 2019
Milicic to name France-bound Matildas

Milicic to name France-bound Matildas

On Tuesday, Matildas coach Ante Milicic will reveal his squad for the Women's World Cup in France. 13 May 2019
Milicic adds two extra for France prep

Milicic adds two extra for France prep

Matildas coach Ante Milicic believes there’s up to 10 countries that can claim next month’s World Cup in France. 11 May 2019
Milicic stays on to Tokyo 2020

Milicic stays on to Tokyo 2020

Matildas coach Ante Milicic is set to stay on as coach of the national team until the completion of Australia’s 2020 Summer Olympics campaign. 10 May 2019
Tough calls loom for Milicic's Matildas

Tough calls loom for Milicic's Matildas

Ante Milicic's biggest headache for his Matildas squad announcement could be whether to include injury-plagued star Kyah Simon. 7 May 2019
Milicic: Little steps all the way to the Cup

Milicic: Little steps all the way to the Cup

Ante Milicic has only one match remaining until the Matildas are thrown into football's pinnacle, but if he and his side are stressed they're certainly not showing it. 4 Apr 2019