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'W-League can be top-five league'

'W-League can be top-five league'

FFA chief executive James Johnson says Australia's W-League should push to become one of the world's top five women's football competitions. 2 Jul 2020
FFA reveal their agenda blueprint

FFA reveal their agenda blueprint

FFA chief executive James Johnson say there is an opportunity to build a strong domestic transfer system, as part of a new blueprint for Australian football. 2 Jul 2020
Matildas star Catley joins Arsenal

Matildas star Catley joins Arsenal

Steph Catley is the latest Matilda to move to England, joining teammate Caitlin Foord at English soccer powerhouse Arsenal. 2 Jul 2020
WWC must leave legacy: Postecoglou

WWC must leave legacy: Postecoglou

Australia and New Zealand will host the 2023 Women's World Cup and Ange Postecoglou hopes it will result in a concrete legacy for Australian football. 1 Jul 2020
W-League in spotlight after WWC clinched

W-League in spotlight after WWC clinched

After Australia and New Zealand secured the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, ensuring the long-term health and competitiveness of the W-League shapes as a priority. 26 Jun 2020
Aus, NZ relish WWC hosting triumph

Aus, NZ relish WWC hosting triumph

Relief was the overwhelming feeling as Australia and New Zealand clinched hosting rights for the 2023 World Cup, with the hard work yet to come. 26 Jun 2020
Australia-New Zealand 2023 bid confident before WWC call

Australia-New Zealand 2023 bid confident before WWC call

The joint Trans-Tasman bid to host the 2023 Women's World Cup is favoured to get the nod when the hosting decision by FIFA is made this week. 24 Jun 2020
Australia-NZ 2023 WWC bid at a glance

Australia-NZ 2023 WWC bid at a glance

The joint bid of Australia and New Zealand is one of just two left in the running to host the 2023 Women's World Cup, with FIFA to make announcement on Friday. 24 Jun 2020
Virus puts Van Egmond's Pride out of Cup

Virus puts Van Egmond's Pride out of Cup

Matildas star Emily van Egmond will not be involved in the NWSL Challenge Cup in the US after her club Orlando Pride withdrew due to positive COVID-19 tests. 23 Jun 2020
Morrison, Ardern vow support for WWC bid

Morrison, Ardern vow support for WWC bid

Before FIFA's decision on the 2023 Women's World Cup host, Scott Morrison and Jacinda Ardern have pledged their support for the Australia-New Zealand bid. 23 Jun 2020
Aust/NZ boost as Japan scrap 2023 WWC bid

Aust/NZ boost as Japan scrap 2023 WWC bid

Australia and New Zealand's bid to host the 2023 Women's World Cup has received a boost after rivals Japan withdrew from contention and pledged their support. 22 Jun 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
'Injury concerns in A-L return'

'Injury concerns in A-L return'

Melbourne City coach Erick Mombaerts is worried there could be a number of injuries when the A-League returns but says his side is in good health. 19 Jun 2020
City eye home edge for restart

City eye home edge for restart

Melbourne City's Josh Brillante says avoiding a NSW hub and playing their remaining three A-League games in the Victorian capital would be massive. 17 Jun 2020
Brebner says no to Victory coach job

Brebner says no to Victory coach job

Melbourne Victory interim coach Grant Brebner hasn't applied to take on the job permanently, but he's keen to make an impact at the A-League club. 16 Jun 2020
Govt committed to 2023 WWC bid: Johnson

Govt committed to 2023 WWC bid: Johnson

FFA CEO James Johnson says government support for the Australia-New Zealand joint bid to host the 2023 Women's World Cup is strong despite the COVID-19 crisis. 9 Jun 2020
Muscat named head coach of Belgian club

Muscat named head coach of Belgian club

Kevin Muscat has the chance to make his mark in Europe, with the former Melbourne Victory manager appointed head coach of Belgian club Sint-Truiden. 5 Jun 2020
The Matildas who made history in Chengdu

The Matildas who made history in Chengdu

Ten years on from landing Australian football its first silverware in Asia, current and former Matildas reflect fondly on their 2010 Asian Cup triumph. 29 May 2020
A-League plans to resume in July

A-League plans to resume in July

The FFA, A-League clubs and the PFA have reached an agreement to restart the A-League season in July, pending the approval of broadcaster Fox Sports. 28 May 2020
A-League aims for June training return

A-League aims for June training return

FFA chief executive James Johnson hopes A-League teams can return to training in June, with the season to be completed by the end of August. 17 May 2020
Date for fate of Aus/NZ 2023 WWC bid

Date for fate of Aus/NZ 2023 WWC bid

FIFA's ruling council will make a decision on the 2023 Women's World Cup host on June 25, with Australia and New Zealand's joint bid among the four candidates. 16 May 2020