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Injury-hit Matildas ready to stand tall against Nigeria

Injury-hit Matildas ready to stand tall against Nigeria

The Matildas will seal progression to the Women's World Cup round of 16 if they beat Nigeria, but they will have to do so without Sam Kerr and Mary Fowler. 27 Jul 2023
Matildas won't rush Kerr update, defend Simon selection

Matildas won't rush Kerr update, defend Simon selection

An update on Sam Kerr's calf injury is unlikely until the day before the Matildas' final Women's World Cup group game against Canada. 26 Jul 2023
Slip of the tongue creates accidental Kerr injury panic

Slip of the tongue creates accidental Kerr injury panic

The extent of Sam Kerr's calf injury remains a mystery and Matildas youngster Kyra Cooney-Cross caused a brief panic by mistakenly saying she had torn it. 24 Jul 2023
Nigeria on guard for Kerr-less Matildas attack

Nigeria on guard for Kerr-less Matildas attack

Nigeria are eyeing an upset against Australia but are wary of the Matildas' wide array of attacking weapons despite Sam Kerr being sidelined through injury. 21 Jul 2023
NRL dishing advice on how Matildas should handle Kerr

NRL dishing advice on how Matildas should handle Kerr

Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson has lauded Tony Gustavsson for keeping a tight lid on news of Sam Kerr's injury concerns. 21 Jul 2023
Matildas star Gorry criticises 'sloppy' team

Matildas star Gorry criticises 'sloppy' team

Tony Gustavsson has insisted he is not concerned by the Matildas' attacking frustrations against Ireland. 21 Jul 2023
Catley's penalty the exact same spot as Aloisi's against Uruguay in 2005

Catley's penalty the exact same spot as Aloisi's against Uruguay in 2005

Steph Catley scored the Matildas' first and winning goal at their home Women's World Cup via the penalty spot in their 1-0 victory over Ireland. 21 Jul 2023
Gorry and Catley are our unlikely heroes

Gorry and Catley are our unlikely heroes

The Matildas have beaten Ireland 1-0 in their Women's World Cup opener without Sam Kerr, with stand-in captain Steph Catley scoring the winning penalty. 20 Jul 2023
All said and done, the Matildas are a nervy outfit without Kerr

All said and done, the Matildas are a nervy outfit without Kerr

Sam Kerr's injury-enforced absence has cast a shadow over the Matildas' World Cup hopes after a spluttering 1-0 win over Ireland in their opening match. 20 Jul 2023
Cathy Freeman surprises Matildas before World Cup tilt

Cathy Freeman surprises Matildas before World Cup tilt

The Matildas have received a surprise visit from legendary Australian athlete Cathy Freeman in camp ahead of the start of their Women's World Cup campaign. 18 Jul 2023
Kerr, Yallop, Kennedy under Matildas microscope

Kerr, Yallop, Kennedy under Matildas microscope

The Matildas are hopeful Tameka Yallop's knee injury won't be a problem before the World Cup and expect Sam Kerr and Alanna Kennedy to also be fine. 15 Jul 2023
Sam Kerr: 'This is my 'biggest regret'

Sam Kerr: 'This is my 'biggest regret'

Matildas superstar captain Sam Kerr is ready to handle the pressure and attention from opponents that will follow her in a Women's World Cup on home soil. 3 Jul 2023
Matildas star Kerr rules out wearing rainbow armband

Matildas star Kerr rules out wearing rainbow armband

Matildas superstar Sam Kerr says she will not put her team's World Cup chances at risk by wearing the banned OneLove rainbow armband. 3 Jul 2023
Sam Kerr: 'If we win the World Cup I probably won't see her'

Sam Kerr: 'If we win the World Cup I probably won't see her'

Sam Kerr is preparing to have the nation's expectations on her shoulders when the Matildas launch their quest for a maiden World Cup title on home soil. 13 Jun 2023
Sam Kerr wins again - but won't take it for granted

Sam Kerr wins again - but won't take it for granted

Sam Kerr has collected her Footballer of the Year trophy in London - the first woman to be honoured two years in a row - and hopes more silverware will follow. 26 May 2023
Perth fans urged to embrace rare chance to see Sam Kerr

Perth fans urged to embrace rare chance to see Sam Kerr

Soccer superstar Sam Kerr is coming home to Perth, with the 29-year-old to lead the Matildas in three Olympic qualifiers. 25 May 2023