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Future points to Brighton for Sydney FC star Hawkesby

Future points to Brighton for Sydney FC star Hawkesby

Mackenzie Hawkesby has become the latest Australian to head to the Women's Super League, with the Sydney FC playmaker joining Brighton and Hove Albion. 21 Jul 2023
Injured Sam Kerr insists her World Cup isn't over

Injured Sam Kerr insists her World Cup isn't over

The Matildas will be without injured captain Sam Kerr for at least another game but the star striker is adamant her Women's World Cup is far from over. 21 Jul 2023
Spain beat Costa Rica 3-0 in Women's World Cup

Spain beat Costa Rica 3-0 in Women's World Cup

Spain have scored three goals during a devastating six-minute stretch in the first half to defeat Costa Rica 3-0 in their Women's World Cup clash in Wellington. 21 Jul 2023
Bright times ahead for England's WWC campaign

Bright times ahead for England's WWC campaign

European champions England have captain Millie Bright available for their tournament opener with Haiti in Brisbane. 21 Jul 2023
Nigeria on guard for Kerr-less Matildas attack

Nigeria on guard for Kerr-less Matildas attack

Nigeria are eyeing an upset against Australia but are wary of the Matildas' wide array of attacking weapons despite Sam Kerr being sidelined through injury. 21 Jul 2023
Reigning World Cup champs US kick off three-peat charge

Reigning World Cup champs US kick off three-peat charge

The much-feared world No.1 United States start their Women's World Cup campaign in Auckland against Vietnam. 21 Jul 2023
Nigeria's Nnadozie denies Canada, Sinclair in stalemate

Nigeria's Nnadozie denies Canada, Sinclair in stalemate

Chiamaka Nnadozie has saved Christine Sinclair's second-half penalty as Nigeria held Olympic champions Canada to a 0-0 draw in Melbourne. 21 Jul 2023
Early signs point to further Australia World Cup bids

Early signs point to further Australia World Cup bids

FA chief executive James Johnson says Australia's eagerness for the Women's World Cup strengthens their hand if they are to bid for further FIFA events. 21 Jul 2023
NRL dishing advice on how Matildas should handle Kerr

NRL dishing advice on how Matildas should handle Kerr

Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson has lauded Tony Gustavsson for keeping a tight lid on news of Sam Kerr's injury concerns. 21 Jul 2023
The South Sydney NRL star that bodes poorly for Kerr's World Cup chances

The South Sydney NRL star that bodes poorly for Kerr's World Cup chances

Sam Kerr walking freely while struggling with a calf injury should be taken as a positive sign for the Matildas, says Professor Anthony Blazevich. 21 Jul 2023
Catley's penalty the exact same spot as Aloisi's against Uruguay in 2005

Catley's penalty the exact same spot as Aloisi's against Uruguay in 2005

Steph Catley scored the Matildas' first and winning goal at their home Women's World Cup via the penalty spot in their 1-0 victory over Ireland. 21 Jul 2023
Matildas star Gorry criticises 'sloppy' team

Matildas star Gorry criticises 'sloppy' team

Tony Gustavsson has insisted he is not concerned by the Matildas' attacking frustrations against Ireland. 21 Jul 2023
Will New Zealand finally pay attention now?

Will New Zealand finally pay attention now?

New Zealand have claimed a first-ever match win at a senior World Cup and have a golden chance to kick on and make the knockout rounds at the Women's World Cup. 21 Jul 2023
Gorry and Catley are our unlikely heroes

Gorry and Catley are our unlikely heroes

The Matildas have beaten Ireland 1-0 in their Women's World Cup opener without Sam Kerr, with stand-in captain Steph Catley scoring the winning penalty. 20 Jul 2023
All said and done, the Matildas are a nervy outfit without Kerr

All said and done, the Matildas are a nervy outfit without Kerr

Sam Kerr's injury-enforced absence has cast a shadow over the Matildas' World Cup hopes after a spluttering 1-0 win over Ireland in their opening match. 20 Jul 2023
'Wasn't it in your time dad, when women weren't allowed to play soccer?'

'Wasn't it in your time dad, when women weren't allowed to play soccer?'

Australia has gone green and gold for the Matildas with more than 75,000 fans turning up to watch their first World Cup match against Ireland. 20 Jul 2023
Gustavsson breaks strange Kerr curse

Gustavsson breaks strange Kerr curse

A snapshot of Australia's 1-0 win over Ireland in their Women's World Cup opener where fill-in captain Steph Catley scored the decisive goal. 20 Jul 2023
Wilkinson earns NZ opening night World Cup triumph

Wilkinson earns NZ opening night World Cup triumph

Hannah Wilkinson has made history for New Zealand, earning the country's first win at a World Cup on the opening night of her home tournament. 20 Jul 2023
Unity message for World Cup Auckland

Unity message for World Cup Auckland

The Women's World Cup has kicked off with an Eden Park opening ceremony before New Zealand's tournament opener against Norway. 20 Jul 2023
Olympic champs Canada out to silence critics at WWC

Olympic champs Canada out to silence critics at WWC

Olympic champions Canada are happy to be underestimated as they kick off their bid to add a Women's World Cup title to their Tokyo Olympic gold medal. 20 Jul 2023
Underdogs New Zealand relishing World Cup big stage

Underdogs New Zealand relishing World Cup big stage

Coach Jitka Klimkova has a fully fit squad at her disposal as New Zealand attempts to score a first ever Women's World Cup win on opening night against Norway. 19 Jul 2023