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Kerr throws support behind Matildas teammate Carpenter

Kerr throws support behind Matildas teammate Carpenter

Ellie Carpenter was caught out a couple of times in the Women's World Cup loss to England but captain Sam Kerr has fiercely defended her Matildas teammate. 18 Aug 2023
Matildas turn up heat on A-Leagues, government

Matildas turn up heat on A-Leagues, government

The A-League Women needs to capitalise on the success of the Matildas and midfielder Elise Kellond-Knight says that requires investment. 18 Aug 2023
Matildas' Gustavsson, England's Wiegman face off at WWC

Matildas' Gustavsson, England's Wiegman face off at WWC

Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson knows what it's like to beat England counterpart Sarina Wiegman and can draw on it in their Women's World Cup semi-final. 16 Aug 2023
England stand in the way of Australia's home fairytale

England stand in the way of Australia's home fairytale

England know what it's like to win a major tournament on home soil and stand in the way of the Matildas reaching the final of their home Women's World Cup. 16 Aug 2023
Matildas pile pressure on England, coy on Kerr minutes

Matildas pile pressure on England, coy on Kerr minutes

Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson insists England are the favourites in their Women's World Cup semi-final, while he's yet to decide if Sam Kerr will start. 15 Aug 2023
Kerr not England's sole focus in World Cup semi-final

Kerr not England's sole focus in World Cup semi-final

Sam Kerr will be crucial to Australia's Women's World Cup semi-final against England but the Lionesses insist the Matildas are more than their superstar. 15 Aug 2023
Matildas' Arnold making Women's World Cup her own

Matildas' Arnold making Women's World Cup her own

Goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold is high on confidence, in top form and ready to take on England in the Women's World Cup semi-final. 15 Aug 2023
Kerr set for World Cup face-off with England GK Earps

Kerr set for World Cup face-off with England GK Earps

Matildas captain Sam Kerr has a special edge over England and Manchester United goalkeeper Mary Earps ahead of the Women's World Cup semi-final. 14 Aug 2023
Matildas not drawn on England Women's World Cup rivalry

Matildas not drawn on England Women's World Cup rivalry

The Matildas aren't buying into the national rivalry with England ahead of their Women's World Cup semi-final but can take heart from having beaten them. 14 Aug 2023
Matildas to ponder Sam Kerr start in WWC semi-final

Matildas to ponder Sam Kerr start in WWC semi-final

Sam Kerr played 65 minutes plus penalties against France and focus will turn to whether she can start Australia's Women's World Cup semi-final against England. 13 Aug 2023
Matildas draw on heartbreak, past greats in triumph

Matildas draw on heartbreak, past greats in triumph

The Matildas have drawn on their past heartbreaks and the path laid by those before them to deliver when it counts in a penalty shootout. 13 Aug 2023
Super-sub Cortnee Vine delivers iconic Matildas win

Super-sub Cortnee Vine delivers iconic Matildas win

Matildas winger Cortnee Vine stepped up to score the winning penalty in Australia's shootout with France that sealed a Women's World Cup semi-final berth. 12 Aug 2023
Unwell Mackenzie Arnold pulls through for Matildas

Unwell Mackenzie Arnold pulls through for Matildas

Unwell Matildas goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold delivered a heroic performance against France to steer Australia through to the Women's World Cup semi-finals. 12 Aug 2023
How Australia beat France in a penalty shootout

How Australia beat France in a penalty shootout

A recap of how Australia beat France via the longest-ever Women's World Cup penalty shootout to reach the semi-finals for the first time. 12 Aug 2023
The Matildas' record against France at a glance

The Matildas' record against France at a glance

A look at Australia's quarter-final opponents France ahead of their clash at the Women's World Cup. 11 Aug 2023
Fowler-van Egmond connection paying off for Matildas

Fowler-van Egmond connection paying off for Matildas

Emily van Egmond and Mary Fowler's combination in attack has proved a winner for the Matildas as they progress through the Women's World Cup. 11 Aug 2023
Simon backed for crunch role in shootout if required

Simon backed for crunch role in shootout if required

If the Matildas have to find a late winner or beat France via penalty shootout, Kyah Simon could be called upon to deliver the match-winning strike. 10 Aug 2023
Cortnee Vine ready to spark Matildas against France

Cortnee Vine ready to spark Matildas against France

Matildas winger Cortnee Vine has quickly moved on from being dropped to the bench and is confident she can provide the spark required if needed against France. 9 Aug 2023
France friendly perfect prep for Matildas' Cup clash

France friendly perfect prep for Matildas' Cup clash

Australia insist they can take plenty out of July's friendly win over France as the Matildas prepare to face the world No.5 in a World Cup quarter-final. 9 Aug 2023
Matildas' record keeps stacking up as WWC blows open

Matildas' record keeps stacking up as WWC blows open

The Matildas are reaping the rewards of teeing up games against top opponents as they head into the Women's World Cup quarter-finals high on confidence. 8 Aug 2023
Fun-loving Foord ready to fire again in World Cup clash

Fun-loving Foord ready to fire again in World Cup clash

Caitlin Foord enjoying her football and hitting top gear helped the Matildas beat Canada and the exciting forward hopes to repeat that form against Denmark. 7 Aug 2023