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W-League at crossroads amid Euro exits

W-League at crossroads amid Euro exits

As Matildas flock to Europe, the PFA says the W-League must decide whether it wants to be a development competition or compete with the world's top leagues. 15 Jul 2020
Simon on Matildas exodus: ‘Europe breathes football’

Simon on Matildas exodus: ‘Europe breathes football’

Kyah Simon is the latest Matilda to move to Europe, joining teammate Amy Harrison at Dutch club PSV Eindhoven. 5 Jul 2020
WWC would transform Australian football: van Egmond

WWC would transform Australian football: van Egmond

Ahead of FIFA's decision on the 2023 Women's World Cup, Emily van Egmond says co-hosting the tournament would be huge for Australian football. 22 Jun 2020
Late Olympics benefits tired Tillies

Late Olympics benefits tired Tillies

Given the Matildas' heavy workload over the past two years, forward Caitlin Foord thinks the decision to postpone the Tokyo Olympics could work in their favour. 15 Apr 2020
A comprehensive guide to coronavirus' impact on Australian football

A comprehensive guide to coronavirus' impact on Australian football

Australian football at all levels has been brought to a halt by the coronavirus outbreak, putting strain on the FFA and the A-League in particular. 3 Apr 2020
Historic Australian football year 'blown to bits': FFA

Historic Australian football year 'blown to bits': FFA

FFA boss James Johnson is looking to rebuild an international schedule for Australian teams that has been put on hold. 24 Mar 2020
Catley relishes 'dream' W-League triumph

Catley relishes 'dream' W-League triumph

Matildas defender Steph Catley delivered a standout showing in the W-League grand final, capping off a season where she took her game to another level. 22 Mar 2020
Matildas' matches called off

Matildas' matches called off

The Matildas have been dealt a blow as they prepare for the Tokyo Olympics with friendlies against world No.1 USA and No.8 Canada cancelled due to coronavirus. 14 Mar 2020
Matildas' Foord faces virus quarantine

Matildas' Foord faces virus quarantine

Caitlin Foord will be quarantined for 14 days before returning to Arsenal, while there are concerns over the Matildas' friendlies against the USA and Canada. 12 Mar 2020
'We're going to go out whether there's a crowd or not...'

'We're going to go out whether there's a crowd or not...'

Coronavirus precautions mean the Matildas will face Vietnam behind closed doors but their preparation for their Olympic qualifier has been business as usual. 9 Mar 2020
Patience pays off for City's Simon

Patience pays off for City's Simon

Matildas and Melbourne City forward Kyah Simon has reaped the rewards of a patient approach to her injury rehabilitation. 18 Feb 2020
Matildas announce three fixtures with USA

Matildas announce three fixtures with USA

Football Federation Australia has confirmed that the Matildas will take on the USA in home and away matches over the next two years. 13 Feb 2020
W-League City 'can be more lethal': Stott

W-League City 'can be more lethal': Stott

Melbourne City could claim the W-League's premiers' plate with a derby win over Victory on Sunday, but the best is still to come says NZ star Rebekah Stott. 12 Feb 2020
Van Egmond happy to juggle W-League, NWSL

Van Egmond happy to juggle W-League, NWSL

Sam Kerr has signed with Chelsea, but Matildas teammate Emily van Egmond says juggling the W-League with America's NWSL is still a good option for some players. 27 Nov 2019
W-League season too short: Rado Vidosic

W-League season too short: Rado Vidosic

Melbourne City coach Rado Vidosic says the W-League season isn't long enough and needs more games to remain competitive as Europe's competitions grow in strength. 16 Nov 2019
Victory reap benefits of W-League US links

Victory reap benefits of W-League US links

With the W-League shifted to align better with America's NWSL, Melbourne Victory are one of a number of clubs benefiting from an influx of American talent. 13 Nov 2019