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Brazil withdraws Women's World Cup bid

Brazil withdraws Women's World Cup bid

Australia's bid to co-host the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup has been given a boost after Brazil announced its withdrawal from the bidding process. 9 Jun 2020
The Matildas' first World Cup icon reveals what 2023 would mean to her

The Matildas' first World Cup icon reveals what 2023 would mean to her

It was 25 years ago this past weekend when the Matildas made their World Cup debut in the lakeside city of Vasteras, in central Sweden. 7 Jun 2020
5 Aussie female footballers who will rule the 2020s

5 Aussie female footballers who will rule the 2020s

The outset of the new decade is an exciting time for women’s football in Australia. 7 Jun 2020
The Matildas' top 5 World Cup moments

The Matildas' top 5 World Cup moments

The Matildas have long thrilled their fans with dramatic and entertaining games on the biggest stage. 7 Jun 2020
OP: Women’s football could be FFA’s saving grace

OP: Women’s football could be FFA’s saving grace

Football fans in Australia are longing for the world game down under to go to the next level. Many are talking about promotion and relegation in the A-League as the logical way to add some spark to a stale product. 7 Jun 2020
The 'breathtaking' 1995 first Australian side to make the World Cup

The 'breathtaking' 1995 first Australian side to make the World Cup

On a balmy spring evening in November of 2005, John Aloisi’s famous penalty propelled the Socceroos into their first World Cup in 32 years. 7 Jun 2020
Uncovering old triumphs 10 years since the Matildas' Asian Cup win

Uncovering old triumphs 10 years since the Matildas' Asian Cup win

It's been 10 years since Australia won the 2010 AFC Women’s Asian Cup, our highest honour to date in international women’s football. 7 Jun 2020
10 reasons why you have to watch the W-League next season

10 reasons why you have to watch the W-League next season

In 2008 the FFA announced the formation of a national women’s football competition in order to offer “an unrivalled career path for talented elite women athletes.” Since then it has grown into an essential part of Australia’s football landscape. 4 Jun 2020
The Matildas Hall of Famer who didn't kick a ball until 24

The Matildas Hall of Famer who didn't kick a ball until 24

Pat O’Connor admits she didn’t know much about soccer and literally hadn’t even kicked a ball until she was 24. 3 Jun 2020
Business as usual for Milicic, Matildas and Macarthur

Business as usual for Milicic, Matildas and Macarthur

The Macarthur FC Bulls are continuing with their plans for 2020/21, with the club’s inaugural coach Ante Milicic expected to fulfil his contract, despite his unfinished business with the Matildas. 1 Jun 2020
Matildas goalkeeper secures 'beautiful country' move in search of Olympic spot

Matildas goalkeeper secures 'beautiful country' move in search of Olympic spot

Matildas goalkeeper Teagan Micah has signed with Norwegian side Arna-Bjørnar. 31 May 2020
Meet Angela: The first Australian to score at a World Cup

Meet Angela: The first Australian to score at a World Cup

Trivia question. Who scored Australia’s first ever goal at a World Cup? If you said Tim Cahill, the legendary Socceroos striker, you would be wrong. 30 May 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
Matildas star quits NWSL, England move likely

Matildas star quits NWSL, England move likely

Steph Catley has announced that she has left the NWSL club the OL Reign. 28 May 2020
Back this Friday! Matildas Abroad: COVID-19 Update II

Back this Friday! Matildas Abroad: COVID-19 Update II

Leagues all over the world are trying to adjust to the possibility of restarting or curtailing their seasons. 27 May 2020
The best Matildas Twitter accounts to follow in 2020

The best Matildas Twitter accounts to follow in 2020

It has been an eventful year so far for the Matildas... 25 May 2020