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Matildas veteran wants clarity over coach

Matildas veteran wants clarity over coach

Matildas stalwart Clare Polkinghorne believes locking in Ante Milicic or a replacement coach is vital in the build-up to the 2023 World Cup at home. 29 Jun 2020
‘Sam Kerr’s living my dream...and the whole country’s behind her’

‘Sam Kerr’s living my dream...and the whole country’s behind her’

Matildas past and present have lauded Australia and New Zealand's successful 2023 World Cup bid as a moment that will transcend women's football downunder. 28 Jun 2020
How many fans the World Cup needs to attract for a fully professional W-League

How many fans the World Cup needs to attract for a fully professional W-League

A cost analysis of W-League players having a full season and being paid a full time salary equal to their male counterparts proved to be an interesting exercise. 28 Jun 2020
W-League in spotlight after WWC clinched

W-League in spotlight after WWC clinched

After Australia and New Zealand secured the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, ensuring the long-term health and competitiveness of the W-League shapes as a priority. 26 Jun 2020
Sam Kerr primed for home World Cup glory

Sam Kerr primed for home World Cup glory

Matildas captain Sam Kerr says Australia's successful bid to co-host the 2023 FIFA World Cup is a landmark moment for the game in her home nation. 26 Jun 2020
World Cup sparks call for pro team in NZ

World Cup sparks call for pro team in NZ

New Zealand needs a professional women's team more than ever according to Football Ferns great Annalie Longo after their 2023 World Cup co-hosting triumph. 26 Jun 2020
Our 2023 WWC at a glance

Our 2023 WWC at a glance

Australia and New Zealand will combine to host the 2023 Women's World Cup after a FIFA Council vote on Friday awarded them the tournament. 26 Jun 2020
World Cup bid success caps FFA CEO's year

World Cup bid success caps FFA CEO's year

He's been in the job for less than 12 months but FFA chief executive James Johnson has already seemingly cemented his long-term legacy to Australian football. 26 Jun 2020
The Women's World Cup is not a development tournament, but Europe's snub raises real issues

The Women's World Cup is not a development tournament, but Europe's snub raises real issues

Analysing the voting allocation, it turns out it wasn't as close as Australian pundits feared. However, Europe did ultimately far prefer the Colombian bid to Australia and New Zealand. 26 Jun 2020
2023 World Cup host cities, stadiums and dates

2023 World Cup host cities, stadiums and dates

Here is our updated list of the most recent information regarding host cities, stadiums and proposed dates for the Australian and New Zealand 2023 Women's World Cup. 26 Jun 2020
Exclusive: Gielnik's dream for the 2023 World Cup's legacy

Exclusive: Gielnik's dream for the 2023 World Cup's legacy

I just feel so fortunate. You only get a few years in football and to say that you could, potentially, be a part of one of those milestones. 26 Jun 2020
'WE FREAKING DID IT': Matildas meltdown as Aus / NZ chosen to host 2023 World Cup

'WE FREAKING DID IT': Matildas meltdown as Aus / NZ chosen to host 2023 World Cup

The current Matildas squad have unleashed the emotion after Australian and New Zealand were chosen as hosts for the 2023 Women's World Cup. 26 Jun 2020
Australia / New Zealand chosen as 2023 Women's World Cup hosts

Australia / New Zealand chosen as 2023 Women's World Cup hosts

Australia and New Zealand have been officially confirmed as the joint-hosts of the 2023 Women's World Cup. 26 Jun 2020
Exclusive: Matildas icons' emotional reactions to Aus / NZ World Cup announcement

Exclusive: Matildas icons' emotional reactions to Aus / NZ World Cup announcement

The women’s game has long been the neglected child of Australian football, but today it is the pride of the country. 26 Jun 2020
Australia-New Zealand 2023 bid confident before WWC call

Australia-New Zealand 2023 bid confident before WWC call

The joint Trans-Tasman bid to host the 2023 Women's World Cup is favoured to get the nod when the hosting decision by FIFA is made this week. 24 Jun 2020
Australia-NZ 2023 WWC bid at a glance

Australia-NZ 2023 WWC bid at a glance

The joint bid of Australia and New Zealand is one of just two left in the running to host the 2023 Women's World Cup, with FIFA to make announcement on Friday. 24 Jun 2020

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