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Spain beat Sweden to claim Women's World Cup final spot

Spain beat Sweden to claim Women's World Cup final spot

Spain have defeated Sweden 2-1 to book their place in the Women's World Cup final where they will meet the winner of Australia and England. 15 Aug 2023
Kerr not England's sole focus in World Cup semi-final

Kerr not England's sole focus in World Cup semi-final

Sam Kerr will be crucial to Australia's Women's World Cup semi-final against England but the Lionesses insist the Matildas are more than their superstar. 15 Aug 2023
Matildas' Arnold making Women's World Cup her own

Matildas' Arnold making Women's World Cup her own

Goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold is high on confidence, in top form and ready to take on England in the Women's World Cup semi-final. 15 Aug 2023
Australia Cup giantkillers learn their last-16 fate

Australia Cup giantkillers learn their last-16 fate

The draw for the Australia Cup last-16 has produced two all A-League Men ties and sent Campbelltown City, who knocked out holders Macarthur, to Melbourne. 15 Aug 2023
Kerr set for World Cup face-off with England GK Earps

Kerr set for World Cup face-off with England GK Earps

Matildas captain Sam Kerr has a special edge over England and Manchester United goalkeeper Mary Earps ahead of the Women's World Cup semi-final. 14 Aug 2023
Toast of the town: New-boy Yengi purring for Portsmouth

Toast of the town: New-boy Yengi purring for Portsmouth

It’s been quite the start for Portsmouth’s Aussie new-boy Kusini Yengi - four goals in three appearances and seemingly plenty more to come. 14 Aug 2023
Vilda in uneasy spotlight ahead of Spain's semi-final

Vilda in uneasy spotlight ahead of Spain's semi-final

Spain coach Jorge Vilda was in no mood to revisit a player mutiny as his side prepared for their Women's World Cup semi-final with Sweden. 14 Aug 2023
Spain, Sweden set for high pressure World Cup semi

Spain, Sweden set for high pressure World Cup semi

Sweden coach Peter Gerhardssen says the first Women's World Cup semi-final, an all-Euro clash with Spain, will display "lovely football". 14 Aug 2023
Postecoglou, Boomers strapped in for Matildas WWC ride

Postecoglou, Boomers strapped in for Matildas WWC ride

Matildas mania has gripped the nation as sporting icons Patty Mills and Ange Postecoglou join those pledging support to Sam Kerr and her teammates. 14 Aug 2023
Matildas not drawn on England Women's World Cup rivalry

Matildas not drawn on England Women's World Cup rivalry

The Matildas aren't buying into the national rivalry with England ahead of their Women's World Cup semi-final but can take heart from having beaten them. 14 Aug 2023
Matildas hero Cortnee Vine set for new Sydney FC deal

Matildas hero Cortnee Vine set for new Sydney FC deal

Winger Cortnee Vine is nearing a new contract with Sydney FC, rejecting an overseas move following her penalty heroics for the Matildas. 14 Aug 2023
Boxes Australia must tick to consider hosting men's WC

Boxes Australia must tick to consider hosting men's WC

Football Australia CEO James Johnson says Australia has work to do if it is to follow up the success of the Women's World Cup by hosting a men's edition. 14 Aug 2023
Aussies Abroad: Dub champions gutted, ribbons Raso on the move, and transfers, transfers, transfers

Aussies Abroad: Dub champions gutted, ribbons Raso on the move, and transfers, transfers, transfers

In July, the A-League Women champions saw a handful of players snapped up by major European clubs, a Matildas star made a landmark transfer, and Aussies in the men’s and women’s game secured fascinating moves across the globe. Front Page Football's Christian Marchetti looks at the most significant talking points surrounding the Socceroos and Aussies Abroad in July for FTBL. 13 Aug 2023
'They're celebrating cheese': Matildas ratings don't show full picture

'They're celebrating cheese': Matildas ratings don't show full picture

Australia has gone Matildas mad after they smashed television ratings on their way to a pulsating penalty shootout win over France. 13 Aug 2023
Nationals reject calls for Matildas public holiday

Nationals reject calls for Matildas public holiday

Nationals leader David Littleproud has described himself as captain killjoy for hosing down the idea of a public holiday should the Matildas win the World Cup. 13 Aug 2023
Baccus to business: EPL still the target for shining Socceroo

Baccus to business: EPL still the target for shining Socceroo

Socceroos midfielder Keanu Baccus has opened up on his aborted move to Bolton, insisting he remains content at St Mirren but still dreams of one day cracking the English Premier League.  13 Aug 2023
Kane leaves Spurs with 'good luck' shout to Postecoglou

Kane leaves Spurs with 'good luck' shout to Postecoglou

Harry Kane, whose departure has left a massive hole for Ange Postecoglou, has wished the Australian good luck - but who's going to score for Spurs? 13 Aug 2023
Matildas draw on heartbreak, past greats in triumph

Matildas draw on heartbreak, past greats in triumph

The Matildas have drawn on their past heartbreaks and the path laid by those before them to deliver when it counts in a penalty shootout. 13 Aug 2023
Matildas to ponder Sam Kerr start in WWC semi-final

Matildas to ponder Sam Kerr start in WWC semi-final

Sam Kerr played 65 minutes plus penalties against France and focus will turn to whether she can start Australia's Women's World Cup semi-final against England. 13 Aug 2023
Matildas and Lionesses' new twist to Anglo-Aussie duels

Matildas and Lionesses' new twist to Anglo-Aussie duels

The Lionesses' Dutch boss Sarina Wiegman says she's ready to be immersed in the deep and storied history of Australia's sporting rivalry with England. 13 Aug 2023
Matildas ready to keep World Cup dream time rolling

Matildas ready to keep World Cup dream time rolling

The Matildas are ready to keep the good times rolling against England after reaching the Women's World Cup semi-finals for the first time by beating France. 13 Aug 2023