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10 ways to explain (to a sexist mate) that women's sport deserves equal pay

10 ways to explain (to a sexist mate) that women's sport deserves equal pay

Whether you're AFL, football, union, league, tennis, golf, surfing or professional curling, the recent Matildas equal pay decision is a landmark moment for pay equality in sport. But to a lot of people, it seems completely unjustified. Here's what you should tell them. 9 Nov 2019
Ultimate W-League Team Previews: Western Sydney Wanderers

Ultimate W-League Team Previews: Western Sydney Wanderers

No more wooden spoons in the west! Western Sydney Wanderers have added some serious star power up front to keep them from winning the wooden spoon in season 12. 8 Nov 2019
Ultimate W-League Team Previews: Melbourne City

Ultimate W-League Team Previews: Melbourne City

The W-League powerhouse look to bounce back after a disappointing 2018-19 season. 8 Nov 2019
Kerr: Matildas must be fired up over World Cup failure

Kerr: Matildas must be fired up over World Cup failure

Matildas captain Sam Kerr has urged her Australian teammates to use their World Cup failure as fuel in their quest for Olympic gold in Tokyo. 8 Nov 2019
Matildas ace Kerr closes in on European club

Matildas ace Kerr closes in on European club

Matildas superstar Sam Kerr has dropped her biggest hint yet about where she will play in Europe after listing the FA Cup as a challenge for Australian imports. 8 Nov 2019
W-League looks to Asia as USA links firm

W-League looks to Asia as USA links firm

FFA's Head of Leagues Greg O'Rourke has revealed details of a new W-League partnership with the NWSL in the United States and the start of new relationships with leagues in Asia. 8 Nov 2019
'The pay deal that stopped a nation': The incredible world reaction to Matildas equal pay

'The pay deal that stopped a nation': The incredible world reaction to Matildas equal pay

As news broke that the Matildas had secured an equal 24% split of national team revenue generation with the Socceroos, the world stopped and took notice of a landmark moment in the fight for equal pay. 8 Nov 2019
Expansion in the pipeline as O'Rourke prepares W-League future

Expansion in the pipeline as O'Rourke prepares W-League future

FFA's Head of League's Greg O'Rourke says the process for W-League expansion or a full home and away season is underway with plans in the pipeline. 8 Nov 2019
The USA are invading the W-League! We preview every yank star Down Under this season

The USA are invading the W-League! We preview every yank star Down Under this season

The yanks are coming and they're bringing the NWSL quality with them, let's just hope they don't forget the massive atmosphere as well! 7 Nov 2019
W-League can replace Kerr factor: Matildas

W-League can replace Kerr factor: Matildas

They might be missing the Sam Kerr factor but there'll be enough star power to keep eyes locked onto the W-League this summer. 7 Nov 2019
CBA deal a weapon for Matildas: McCormick

CBA deal a weapon for Matildas: McCormick

Jenna McCormick reckons the Matildas' new pay deal will force other sporting codes to step up their game to attract the nation's best young talent. 7 Nov 2019
Young Matildas hammered 7-0 by Japan

Young Matildas hammered 7-0 by Japan

The Young Matildas have been beaten 7-0 by Japan in the semi-finals of the AFC under-19 championships in Thailand. 7 Nov 2019
Ultimate W-League Team Previews: Canberra United

Ultimate W-League Team Previews: Canberra United

Canberra's poised to return to top tier of W-League with plenty of offensive power. 7 Nov 2019
3 Things We Learned: Young Matildas v Japan

3 Things We Learned: Young Matildas v Japan

They say if you've got nothing nice to say, don't say anything at all. Sometimes, we really wish we could just keep our mouths shut. 7 Nov 2019
New Matildas pay deal boost for World Cup bid

New Matildas pay deal boost for World Cup bid

Defender Ellie Carpenter says the Matildas' new collective bargaining agreement can be crucial to Australia's hopes of hosting the 2023 Women's World Cup. 7 Nov 2019
Chile clashes ideal tests for Matildas

Chile clashes ideal tests for Matildas

Ellie Carpenter says the Matildas' friendlies against Chile will be important for testing defensive depth and preparing for next year's Olympic qualifiers. 7 Nov 2019
Green, Korda & Lee join Women's Aus Open field

Green, Korda & Lee join Women's Aus Open field

Australia’s latest major golf champion and two more of the world’s most exciting young players have committed to play the 2020 ISPS HANDA Women’s Australian Open at Royal Adelaide in February. 6 Nov 2019
Pay deal gives football edge over rival codes

Pay deal gives football edge over rival codes

The new Matildas pay deal is a trailblazer for all women's sport – and puts football in pole position for young girls choosing their future, says Elise Kellond-Knight. 6 Nov 2019
Kellond-Knight brands pay deal trolls 'comical'

Kellond-Knight brands pay deal trolls 'comical'

Matildas ace Elise Kellond-Knight today gave her verdict on the social media trolls who blasted the landmark paydeal giving pay parity with the Socceroos. 6 Nov 2019
Matildas on same pay scale as Socceroos

Matildas on same pay scale as Socceroos

The Matildas will receive the same benefits as the Socceroos under a new collective bargaining agreement announced by Football Federation Australia. 6 Nov 2019
In detail: The new Matildas and Socceroos pay deal

In detail: The new Matildas and Socceroos pay deal

A look at Australian soccer's new collective bargaining agreement, which closes the pay gap between the Socceroos and Matildas. 6 Nov 2019