matildas

Four Matildas set for epic debuts against each other

Four Matildas set for epic debuts against each other

Ellie Carpenter, Mary Fowler, Kyah Simon and Amy Harrison are all set to take part in a four-team invitational tournament next week. 7 Aug 2020
How the Olympic spirit mended a Matildas' broken heart

How the Olympic spirit mended a Matildas' broken heart

Twenty years on from the 2000 Olympics and the bitter sweet memories still flow in the mind of Matildas legend Julie Murray.  7 Aug 2020
Why are they called the Matildas? (and why it's perfect)

Why are they called the Matildas? (and why it's perfect)

They might be Australia’s most beloved sports team, but they were not always known by their instantly recognisable name: up until 1995 the Matildas were known as the Female Socceroos. 7 Aug 2020
Roestbakken on learning to live without her parents

Roestbakken on learning to live without her parents

19-year-old Matilda Karly Roestbakken speaks about moving to Norway alone and having to become an independent adult, as well as a world-class footballer. 3 Aug 2020
Aloisi stakes his claim to 'evolve' the women's game

Aloisi stakes his claim to 'evolve' the women's game

Former Socceroo Ross Aloisi admits he would love to again be part of the Matildas coaching setup as they head towards the 2023 World Cup. 3 Aug 2020
'W-League silence deafening despite 2023 bid success'

'W-League silence deafening despite 2023 bid success'

FFA needs to make bold statement with the W-League as the road to 2023 opens up numerous opportunities. 3 Aug 2020
Stajcic treatment makes 'top coaches wary' of Matildas but 'political battle' is ongoing

Stajcic treatment makes 'top coaches wary' of Matildas but 'political battle' is ongoing

Former Matildas coach Steve Darby has given insights into the history of fighting for female coaches in Australia, while urging FFA and Australian football fans to support the next Matildas coach regardless of gender. 1 Aug 2020
Luik: My Sevilla move is an honour

Luik: My Sevilla move is an honour

Almost all of the Matildas' regular squad members have now signed for European clubs, with Aivi Luik securing a move to Spanish club Sevilla FC Femenino. 30 Jul 2020
Assessing the Matildas' Milicic era with one eye on 2023

Assessing the Matildas' Milicic era with one eye on 2023

The next three years for the Matildas are huge. 2021 brings the rescheduled Olympics, 2022 the Asian Cup, and 2023 a home World Cup. 29 Jul 2020
How the Matildas became 'strong confident women without any support'

How the Matildas became 'strong confident women without any support'

While there is evidence of women playing organised football as early as 1909 in NSW, the 24 September 1921 is widely acknowledged as the first public game of football. Over 10,000 fans saw North Brisbane beat South Brisbane 2-0 at the GABBA. 28 Jul 2020
Aloisi a favourite for Matildas role

Aloisi a favourite for Matildas role

Former Socceroo Ross Aloisi is warming as a favourite for the Matildas coaching job. 25 Jul 2020
McCormick moves to Europe

McCormick moves to Europe

Jenna McCormick has signed with top-flight Spanish Primera Iberdrola side Real Betis. 23 Jul 2020
Arsenal's Montemurro would suit Matildas: Barbieri

Arsenal's Montemurro would suit Matildas: Barbieri

Matildas great Melissa Barbieri says Australia's next coach needs to be in it for the long haul, and Arsenal coach Joe "Pep" Montemurro would suit the role. 21 Jul 2020
Currently four leading candidates for Matildas boss

Currently four leading candidates for Matildas boss

Ante Milicic's departure has the FFA on the hunt for a new coach to lead the Matildas to the 2023 World Cup, with these contenders leading the race. 19 Jul 2020
As Brock departs, Matildas trio expected to be next

As Brock departs, Matildas trio expected to be next

Experienced Matildas defender Laura Brock has become the latest Australian to sign with a European club, joining French side En Avant de Guingamp. 19 Jul 2020
Never Say Die: Incredible highlights from Matildas' history

Never Say Die: Incredible highlights from Matildas' history

Never Say Die by Fiona Crawford and Lee McGowan is a detailed and enjoyable look at the history of women’s football in Australia. 19 Jul 2020

Latest News

Sizzling Kiwi beats Burns in Canadian Open play-off

Sizzling Kiwi beats Burns in Canadian Open play-off

9 Jun 2025
Clutch Kupcho ends near three-year LPGA drought

Clutch Kupcho ends near three-year LPGA drought

9 Jun 2025
Sensational six for LIV Golf's hot Chilean

Sensational six for LIV Golf's hot Chilean

9 Jun 2025

Most Read

A nice way to say 'Up yours coach!' - The biggest AFLW talking points

A nice way to say 'Up yours coach!' - The biggest AFLW talking points

19 Mar 2021
Updated: AFLW Round 2 preview and schedule

Updated: AFLW Round 2 preview and schedule

14 Jan 2022
AFLW full team rosters for 2022 season

AFLW full team rosters for 2022 season

5 Jan 2022
I'm talking about you, Doc! - The biggest AFLW talking points

I'm talking about you, Doc! - The biggest AFLW talking points

26 Mar 2021