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Olympic Women’s Football: Breaking down the basics

Olympic Women’s Football: Breaking down the basics

The 2016 Rio Olympics are quickly approaching which means the next major women’s tournament will soon be here. 25 Jul 2016
Brazil defeat Australia 3-1 in final Olympics preparation match

Brazil defeat Australia 3-1 in final Olympics preparation match

Australia were defeated 3-1 by Olympic hosts Brazil in their final warm up game in Fortaleza. 24 Jul 2016
Clare Polkinghorne and the Matildas ready to shine in Rio

Clare Polkinghorne and the Matildas ready to shine in Rio

The Olympics is a family favourite for many households around Australia but Rio 2016 will be extra special for Matildas’ and Brisbane Roar captain Clare Polkinghorne’s fmaily. 23 Jul 2016
PREVIEW: Brazil v Australia

PREVIEW: Brazil v Australia

In a re-match of the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup Round 16 clash, Australia takes on Olympic hosts Brazil in their final international friendly before next month's Rio 2016 Olympics. 23 Jul 2016
When we were young

When we were young

For many of the Matildas, the Rio 2016 Olympics will be their first Olympic Games. 22 Jul 2016
The last cut is the deepest

The last cut is the deepest

At the end of the hallowed halls of Wimbledon, before the players step onto one of the most famous sporting arenas in the world, the words of Rudyard Kipling's "If" are inscribed over the player's entrance. 6 Jul 2016
Rio 2016 Olympics: Full Squads

Rio 2016 Olympics: Full Squads

Here are the squads for the 12 teams competing in the Rio 2016 Olympics (updated as they are announced). 6 Jul 2016
Stajcic: 'We have had to leave out good players in good form'

Stajcic: 'We have had to leave out good players in good form'

For the first time in 12 years a Matildas squad has been selected for an Olympic Games. 5 Jul 2016
Matildas 18 player Rio 2016 Olympic Roster named

Matildas 18 player Rio 2016 Olympic Roster named

With 30 days until Australia's opening match for the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, Matildas head coach Alen Stajcic has named the 18 players who will participate in women's football tournament. 4 Jul 2016
Matildas take on Brazil in Rio 2016 friendly

Matildas take on Brazil in Rio 2016 friendly

Australia will continue their Rio 2016 Olympics preparations with an international friendly with hosts Brazil in Fortaleza. 24 Jun 2016
Understanding the Olympic roster rules

Understanding the Olympic roster rules

In just under two weeks, the Matildas final squad for their first Olympics in 12 years will be announced. 21 Jun 2016
Canada names 18 player roster for Rio 2016 Olympics

Canada names 18 player roster for Rio 2016 Olympics

Reigning Olympic bronze medallists Canada have named their 18 player roster for the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. 21 Jun 2016
Matildas Rio roster shaping up

Matildas Rio roster shaping up

"We are fairly close to the final squad and I know it's going to be a tough selection process come July 2nd." 10 Jun 2016
Flying the Flag: Assistant Referee Allyson Flynn is ready for her first Olympics

Flying the Flag: Assistant Referee Allyson Flynn is ready for her first Olympics

While 2015 was a banner year for female footballers, it was also another big year for Australia's female referees. 10 Jun 2016
Great Expectations: Why criticism of Matildas' performances is good for the game

Great Expectations: Why criticism of Matildas' performances is good for the game

When you step into the limelight, the shadows in which to hide diminish. 9 Jun 2016
5 Things Learned: Australia v New Zealand - Game 2

5 Things Learned: Australia v New Zealand - Game 2

The Matildas left it late as a much improved New Zealand forced the home team to share the spoils in a 1-1 finish at Etihad Stadium. 8 Jun 2016

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