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Kellond-Knight ruled out of Chile friendlies

Kellond-Knight ruled out of Chile friendlies

Matildas favourite Elise Kellond-Knight has been ruled out of Australia's two-game friendly series against Chile next week. 6 Nov 2019
WATCH! The top 5 W-League marquees set to dazzle Australia

WATCH! The top 5 W-League marquees set to dazzle Australia

Every year the level of foreign and Australian flair in the W-League kicks up a gear. This season is no different with arguably one of the most exciting rosters of superstar talent ready to hit your screens. 5 Nov 2019
Ultimate W-League Team Previews: Brisbane Roar

Ultimate W-League Team Previews: Brisbane Roar

A revamped and ready-to-roll Brisbane Roar are looking to build on last season's success with new head coach Jake Goodship. 5 Nov 2019
Proposed pay deal a huge win for Matildas

Proposed pay deal a huge win for Matildas

The Matildas are set to receive a massive financial windfall under a landmark pay agreement with the FFA. 5 Nov 2019
Korda edges Minjee Lee in Taiwan playoff

Korda edges Minjee Lee in Taiwan playoff

History has repeated itself for West Australian Minjee Lee, who again finished just short of claiming the LPGA Tour’s Swinging Skirts to Nelly Korda. 4 Nov 2019
Ultimate W-League Team Previews: Adelaide United

Ultimate W-League Team Previews: Adelaide United

You wouldn't have thought Adelaide United would be one of our most exciting teams to watch in W-League 2019/20 season. But there's a lot to look forward to here... 4 Nov 2019
'Her record speaks for itself': Canberra cement incredible attacking lineup with former Bayern Munich star

'Her record speaks for itself': Canberra cement incredible attacking lineup with former Bayern Munich star

Former Bayern Munich and current NWSL and W-League star, Katie Stengel, has joined Canberra United on a one-year loan from Utah Royals. 4 Nov 2019
Ultimate W-League Team Previews: Sydney FC

Ultimate W-League Team Previews: Sydney FC

It's first come, best dressed for the reigning champions this season. 3 Nov 2019
'I'm the conductor of an orchestra': The USA's best goalkeeper gunning for W-league title

'I'm the conductor of an orchestra': The USA's best goalkeeper gunning for W-league title

W-League Goalkeeper of the Year. NWSL Goalkeeper of the Year. Newest USA international. Aubrey Bledsoe is a lot of things, but ochestra conductor probably wouldn't be your first bet. 3 Nov 2019
'I'm enjoying the challenge': Foreign star's departure makes way for NPL talent

'I'm enjoying the challenge': Foreign star's departure makes way for NPL talent

Newcastle Jets have finished their roster with a bang, signing 22-year-old goalkeeper Nicole Simonsen to battle Claire Coelho for the number one spot. 3 Nov 2019
'I've got unfinished business here': Why US fan favourite's heart remains in Brisbane

'I've got unfinished business here': Why US fan favourite's heart remains in Brisbane

One of Brisbane's favourite daughters, Carson Pickett, is returning for another tilt at the title at Brisbane Roar. 3 Nov 2019
'Best in the league' Matilda determined to return to W-League finals

'Best in the league' Matilda determined to return to W-League finals

With the re-signing of Steph Catley, Melbourne City have firmly placed their name among the ever-increasing list of W-League Championship contenders. 3 Nov 2019
Blayney: 'It's our never say die mentality'

Blayney: 'It's our never say die mentality'

The "fearless" Young Matildas are close to securing a FIFA Under-20 World Cup berth after surging into the semi-finals of the Asian Under-19 championship. 3 Nov 2019
3 Things We Learned: Young Matildas v Vietnam

3 Things We Learned: Young Matildas v Vietnam

Phew, well that's one way to do it. Bogged down by one of the worst pitches we've come across, the Young Matildas left it until late to snatch a 1-0 win against Vietnam and scrape into the AFC U/19 Championship semi-finals. 2 Nov 2019
'Parents are sick and tired': The exorbitant fees destroying grassroots football

'Parents are sick and tired': The exorbitant fees destroying grassroots football

As the dust settles on the news that Geelong Galaxy United and Southern United won’t have Football Victoria NPLW seniors in 2020, fingers inevitably are being pointed in all different directions. 2 Nov 2019
Victory WL off to South Korea

Victory WL off to South Korea

Melbourne Victory's W-League side will head to South Korea for the inaugural AFC Women's Club Championships at the end of November. 1 Nov 2019
Independent W-League: The 'imperatives' for professional women's football

Independent W-League: The 'imperatives' for professional women's football

The W-League contributes a tiny fraction of FFA's overall revenue. But if the game can't improve without professional players, how can it secure professional wages? 1 Nov 2019
'There's no point comparing codes or gender': Former Matildas stance against Australia's contrast culture

'There's no point comparing codes or gender': Former Matildas stance against Australia's contrast culture

Former Matilda and current VPLW coach Deb Nichols says the biggest mistake made in female football is the endless comparison to the male version of the game. 1 Nov 2019
Canberra sign all-time W-League great

Canberra sign all-time W-League great

The W-League's seventh-highest all time goal scorer will don the green of Canberra United next season on a one-year deal. 1 Nov 2019
'Wanderers had no history or leadership!' Sydney Derby double-agents rocking W-League blockbuster

'Wanderers had no history or leadership!' Sydney Derby double-agents rocking W-League blockbuster

Last Saturday's Sydney Derby saw Bankwest Stadium filled to the brim, engulfed in passion from both sides of Sydney. Lucky for us, this W-League season will feature a show-stopping derby at the same venue, with even better narratives. 31 Oct 2019
'We're already behind AFLW': The W-League and NPLW opportunity crisis

'We're already behind AFLW': The W-League and NPLW opportunity crisis

The W-League and WNPL are unable to sustain the weight of talent searching for professional opportunities, and without action, Australian football may begin to haemorrhage its best and brightest. 31 Oct 2019