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'There's a performance gap...' - Matildas eye squad depth for 2023 WWC

'There's a performance gap...' - Matildas eye squad depth for 2023 WWC

A Matildas talent identification camp will play an important role in developing a deeper talent pool ahead of the 2023 Women's World Cup on home soil. 23 Nov 2020
The former Socceroos, A-League star pioneering a global solution to one of football’s biggest problems

The former Socceroos, A-League star pioneering a global solution to one of football’s biggest problems

Heading Pro, a specially designed football that is meant to keep players safe when heading the ball, is the brainchild of former Socceroo and current Western Sydney W-League coach Dean Heffernan and close friend Andrew Head, a specialist in the product development of footballs. 8 Nov 2020
'We've got a World Cup coming' – Time for young W-L stars to shine: Polias

'We've got a World Cup coming' – Time for young W-L stars to shine: Polias

Sydney FC captain Teresa Polias is celebrating 10 years at the W-League club and hopes the competition is about to usher in a new generation of top talent. 6 Nov 2020
Sydney-Melbourne tug of war for Young Matildas prodigy

Sydney-Melbourne tug of war for Young Matildas prodigy

Much mystery surrounds the immediate playing future of rising W-League star Kyra Cooney-Cross. 20 Oct 2020
Meet Alicia: The Matildas legend in 'football's Mecca' still celebrating the 'bloody funny times'

Meet Alicia: The Matildas legend in 'football's Mecca' still celebrating the 'bloody funny times'

Former Matildas star Alicia Ferguson enjoyed a glittering playing career that saw her win five Australian domestic championship titles as well as represent Australia at two World Cups and an Olympic games. 18 Oct 2020
‘Not enough understanding’ of Matildas history, say former stars

‘Not enough understanding’ of Matildas history, say former stars

The time has come for the Matildas of the past to be welcomed back to their Australian footballing family according to two former legends. 14 Oct 2020
Matildas on target in Women's League Cup

Matildas on target in Women's League Cup

Multiple Matildas were involved in Thursday's Women's League Cup, with Caitlin Foord, Alanna Kennedy and Chloe Logarzo scoring for their respective clubs. 8 Oct 2020
Aussie viral sensation on her ‘worldie' rabona in WA NPL

Aussie viral sensation on her ‘worldie' rabona in WA NPL

West Australian player Katarina Jukic says she’s enjoying basking in the global spotlight after her extraordinary rabona goal in the WA NPL went viral today.   3 Oct 2020
Wanderers answer fan calls for accessible A-League prices

Wanderers answer fan calls for accessible A-League prices

The Western Sydney Wanderers have answered the call from football fans to make A-League games more affordable and accessible. For 2019/20, the Wanderers have released memberships to a designated “Family Zone” at BankWest Stadium that will give fans more bang for their buck.  2 Oct 2020
Ryan, Catley claim top PFA players' gongs

Ryan, Catley claim top PFA players' gongs

Australia's professional footballers have voted for Mat Ryan and Steph Catley as the PFA's men's and women's footballers of the year. 30 Sep 2020
'Faster and faster and faster' - New Matildas coach reveals his gameplan

'Faster and faster and faster' - New Matildas coach reveals his gameplan

New Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson says he plans to build on Australia's fighting spirit with an emphasis on game management and finding a way to win big games. 30 Sep 2020
USA star lauds football down under

USA star lauds football down under

Reigning Dolan Medalist and W-League Golden Boot joint winner Kristen Hamilton admits she loved her time at the Western Sydney Wanderers and would be open to playing again in Australia. 29 Sep 2020
'Who would say no?' Peters backs Gustavsson for Matildas coach

'Who would say no?' Peters backs Gustavsson for Matildas coach

Matilda great Joey Peters has backed Swede Tony Gustavsson to be the next Matildas coach. 29 Sep 2020
Matildas legends back 'respectful' Morace decision

Matildas legends back 'respectful' Morace decision

Former Matilda Angela Iannotta and the first woman to coach the Matildas, Trixie Tagg, have encouraged the current crop of Matildas to accept a whichever coach is picked to lead Australia to the 2023 World Cup. 29 Sep 2020
Matildas' Carpenter scores first Lyon goal

Matildas' Carpenter scores first Lyon goal

Matildas defender Ellie Carpenter has scored her first goal for her French club while Hayley Raso helped Everton knock Sam Kerr's Chelsea out of the FA Cup. 28 Sep 2020
The W-League still has world class stars, Australians just don’t know them yet

The W-League still has world class stars, Australians just don’t know them yet

The 100th year of women’s football presents a great opportunity for the women’s game to make its mark in Australia. 25 Sep 2020