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Kerr cast as Captain Fantastic

Kerr cast as Captain Fantastic

Star forward Sam Kerr is used to scoring goals but she's still growing into the role of Australia's captain at the Women's World Cup. 9 Jun 2019
Italy claim fake Oz fear factor

Italy claim fake Oz fear factor

A lost-in-translation moment has provided the Matildas' first-up World Cup opponents Italy with an unintended dash of confidence. 9 Jun 2019
Matildas ready for prime time

Matildas ready for prime time

The Matildas hope to win their World Cup opener with Italy on Sunday night with ex-stars hoping the match makes a splash back home. 9 Jun 2019
Fowler on ice for Italy clash

Fowler on ice for Italy clash

The Matildas midfield looms as Ante Milicic's biggest selection headache ahead of the World Cup opener with Italy on Sunday. 8 Jun 2019
Never Say Die De Vanna hunting Cup glory

Never Say Die De Vanna hunting Cup glory

Lisa De Vanna stands on the brink of Australian footballing immortality in France as she saddles up for a fourth Women's World Cup. 8 Jun 2019
Matildas' World Cup: 'We can win it'

Matildas' World Cup: 'We can win it'

The Matildas' road to the World Cup opener with Italy on Sunday has been a rocky one, but they have a healthy dose of self-belief. 8 Jun 2019
Matildas v Italy guide

Matildas v Italy guide

A look at the opening match of the Matildas' World Cup campaign: a group stage clash with world No.15s Italy. 8 Jun 2019
Korea edge out rookie Roos: 'We could have come away with more but it wasn't to be'

Korea edge out rookie Roos: 'We could have come away with more but it wasn't to be'

An inexperienced Australian side has been beaten 1-0 by South Korea in a soccer friendly in Busan. 8 Jun 2019
In pics: Korea vs Australia

In pics: Korea vs Australia

All the match action from Korea's 1-0 win over the Socceroos in Busan. 7 Jun 2019
Matildas lifted by Fowler scans

Matildas lifted by Fowler scans

The Matildas have been encouraged by scan results on Mary Fowler after the wonder-teen suffered a hamstring injury in training ahead of the World Cup. 7 Jun 2019
Matildas' tears for injured Laura

Matildas' tears for injured Laura

Laura Alleway's departure from the Women's World Cup has devastated the Matildas just days out from their opening match with Italy. 7 Jun 2019
Arnie's new generation: 5 surprise Socceroos for 2022 World Cup campaign

Arnie's new generation: 5 surprise Socceroos for 2022 World Cup campaign

An unseasoned Socceroos squad means lots of juicy new meat to sink our teeth into: here are some of the most appetising items on Graham Arnold's menu against South Korea. 7 Jun 2019
Canberra set to host three internationals

Canberra set to host three internationals

The Socceroos haven't played in Canberra since hosting a World Cup qualifier against Kyrgyzstan in 2015, but they're returning soon. 7 Jun 2019
Arnold rubbishes B-team claims, says Socceroos 'aren't charity'

Arnold rubbishes B-team claims, says Socceroos 'aren't charity'

Graham Arnold has vehemently denied that his untested Socceroos squad to face Korea Republic tonight are a second string outfit, saying he expects them to win. 7 Jun 2019
Matildas spirit forged in North Korea

Matildas spirit forged in North Korea

Rough-house tactics, appalling refereeing and getting stuck in elevators on tours to Pyongyang; Matildas legends recall their tours of North Korea. 7 Jun 2019
Goodwin: I want to go back overseas

Goodwin: I want to go back overseas

Craig Goodwin has revealed a desire to return to European football and test himself overseas again. 6 Jun 2019