Double boost as Matildas vow to tighten up and turn the tide

Double boost as Matildas vow to tighten up and turn the tide

Elise Kellond-Knight agrees the Matildas need to tighten up in defence but says they won't stop playing the ball around in defence as it's the Australian way. 11 Jun 2019
Milicic sticking with Matildas gameplan

Milicic sticking with Matildas gameplan

The Matildas' 2-1 loss to Italy has disappointed observers but Ante Milicic and Caitlin Foord insist a turnaround is coming at the Women's World Cup. 10 Jun 2019
Kerr on the mark but Matildas off pace

Kerr on the mark but Matildas off pace

Matildas captain Sam Kerr is refusing to be downbeat about Australia's chances escaping their World Cup group despite their opening loss to Italy. 10 Jun 2019
Ante: I don't think we deserved that

Ante: I don't think we deserved that

Sam Kerr's goal for Australia wasn't enough for the Matildas in their World Cup opener as Italy beat them 2-1 to put them into a tough match with Brazil. 10 Jun 2019
Kerr cast as Captain Fantastic

Kerr cast as Captain Fantastic

Star forward Sam Kerr is used to scoring goals but she's still growing into the role of Australia's captain at the Women's World Cup. 9 Jun 2019
Italy claim fake Oz fear factor

Italy claim fake Oz fear factor

A lost-in-translation moment has provided the Matildas' first-up World Cup opponents Italy with an unintended dash of confidence. 9 Jun 2019
Matildas ready for prime time

Matildas ready for prime time

The Matildas hope to win their World Cup opener with Italy on Sunday night with ex-stars hoping the match makes a splash back home. 9 Jun 2019
Fowler on ice for Italy clash

Fowler on ice for Italy clash

The Matildas midfield looms as Ante Milicic's biggest selection headache ahead of the World Cup opener with Italy on Sunday. 8 Jun 2019
Never Say Die De Vanna hunting Cup glory

Never Say Die De Vanna hunting Cup glory

Lisa De Vanna stands on the brink of Australian footballing immortality in France as she saddles up for a fourth Women's World Cup. 8 Jun 2019
Matildas' World Cup: 'We can win it'

Matildas' World Cup: 'We can win it'

The Matildas' road to the World Cup opener with Italy on Sunday has been a rocky one, but they have a healthy dose of self-belief. 8 Jun 2019
Matildas v Italy guide

Matildas v Italy guide

A look at the opening match of the Matildas' World Cup campaign: a group stage clash with world No.15s Italy. 8 Jun 2019
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' tears for injured Laura

Matildas' tears for injured Laura

Laura Alleway's departure from the Women's World Cup has devastated the Matildas just days out from their opening match with Italy. 7 Jun 2019
Guide to Matildas' World Cup rivals Italy

Guide to Matildas' World Cup rivals Italy

A look at Australia's first-up opponents at the Women's World Cup, Italy. 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
Violins out for Matildas in Valenciennes

Violins out for Matildas in Valenciennes

Matildas midfielder Elise Kellond-Knight says Australia's opening World Cup opponents Italy have been huge improvers. 6 Jun 2019
Women's World Cup set for French take-off

Women's World Cup set for French take-off

The Matildas are expected to make a deep run in this month's Women's World Cup, which begins on Saturday when hosts France meet South Korea. 6 Jun 2019
Stars make their Women's World Cup picks

Stars make their Women's World Cup picks

Matildas captain Sam Kerr believes the USA is the team to beat, while former skipper Kate Gill says Caitlin Foord is one to watch at the Women's World Cup. 6 Jun 2019
Women's World Cup at a glance

Women's World Cup at a glance

France host the eighth edition of the Women's World Cup this month. 6 Jun 2019
No Roos revenge for Matildas

No Roos revenge for Matildas

The Matildas are focused on carving their own history against Italy on Sunday rather than taking any motivation from the Socceroos' painful exit from the men's FIFA World Cup in 2006. 5 Jun 2019
Comeback Matildas revel in World Cup call-ups

Comeback Matildas revel in World Cup call-ups

Katrina Gorry and Chloe Logarzo were both on the brink of missing Matildas selection for the World Cup in France. 5 Jun 2019