Ireland preparing for difficult debut in Women’s World Cup opener against co-host Australia
1 year, 5 months ago

Ireland preparing for difficult debut in Women’s World Cup opener against co-host Australia

The Hindu  

Overwhelming demand for tickets meant co-host Australia’s opening match at the Women’s World Cup had to be shifted to the tournament’s biggest stadium, where it’s set to be played in front of an expected record crowd of 82,500. PODCAST: FIFA WOMEN’S WORLD CUP 2023 PREVIEW “We feel like underdogs and we embrace it,” Ireland forward Marissa Sheva said. “I think we’ve shown that we are capable of competing with the top teams in the world, so this should be no exception,” Sheva said. In April, Ireland played two friendlies against the U.S. team, losing 2-0 in Austin, Texas, and 1-0 in St. Louis, Missouri, to the back-to-back defending Women’s World Cup champions.

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Ireland produce late comeback to end autumn campaign with win over Australia
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Ireland produce late comeback to end autumn campaign with win over Australia

The Independent  

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Ireland hold off Argentina fightback to return to winning ways in Dublin
1 month, 1 week ago

Ireland hold off Argentina fightback to return to winning ways in Dublin

The Independent  

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Women's T20 World Cup begins with Pakistan beating Sri Lanka by 31 runs, Bangladesh defeating Scotland by 16 runs
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Women's T20 World Cup begins with Pakistan beating Sri Lanka by 31 runs, Bangladesh defeating Scotland by 16 runs

ABC  

Skipper Fatima Sana has put in an all-round performance to lead Pakistan to an opening victory over Sri Lanka at the Women's T20 World Cup. Women's T20 World Cup Group A Pakistan 116 def Sri Lanka 9 for 85 by 31 runs Group B Bangladesh 7 for 119 def Scotland 7 for 103 by 16 runs Pakistan was bowled out …

Ireland earn first women’s T20 win over England in dramatic finish
3 months, 1 week ago

Ireland earn first women’s T20 win over England in dramatic finish

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Ireland faces stern Scotland test at Rugby World Cup. England and Wales prepare for quarters
1 year, 2 months ago

Ireland faces stern Scotland test at Rugby World Cup. England and Wales prepare for quarters

Associated Press  

PARIS — Ireland’s famous — or infamous — reputation for never passing the Rugby World Cup quarterfinals could become irrelevant on Saturday when there’s a chance the No. South Africa lock Jean Kleyn, who played for Ireland at the 2019 Rugby World Cup but not against Scotland, has seen the provocation for himself while playing for Irish club Munster against …

Five quick hits from Matildas v Sweden: Katrina Gorry plays angry and Tony Gustavsson finally uses his subs
1 year, 4 months ago

Five quick hits from Matildas v Sweden: Katrina Gorry plays angry and Tony Gustavsson finally uses his subs

ABC  

The incredible journey is over. Australia's stunning World Cup run finally had the curtains closed on it in Brisbane at the hands of Sweden. Gorry not sorry The Matildas played with an urgency in the third-place play-off, so eager were they to end their historic Women's World Cup run on a fitting note. Ticket to the Cup Photo shows Ticket …

A nation of new Matildas fans salutes Australia’s run to the Women’s World Cup semifinals
1 year, 4 months ago

A nation of new Matildas fans salutes Australia’s run to the Women’s World Cup semifinals

The Hindu  

Sam Kerr looked up at the Stadium Australia crowd for the last time at this Women’s World Cup, and it just compounded the gnawing disappointment that she and her Matildas had fallen one game before the final. “We just feel really proud that they’ve got behind us and we’ve changed the way women’s football is seen in Australia,” Kerr added. …

A nation of new Matildas fans salutes Australia’s run to the Women’s World Cup semifinals
1 year, 4 months ago

A nation of new Matildas fans salutes Australia’s run to the Women’s World Cup semifinals

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Sam Kerr looked up at the Stadium Australia crowd for the last time at this Women’s World Cup, and it just compounded the gnawing disappointment that she and her Matildas had fallen one game before the final. “We just feel really proud that they’ve got behind us and we’ve changed the way women’s football is seen in Australia,” …

Matildas Women’s World Cup semifinal against England smashes Australia TV records
1 year, 4 months ago

Matildas Women’s World Cup semifinal against England smashes Australia TV records

The Hindu  

The Matildas’ crushing Women’s World Cup semifinal loss to England was the most watched television show in Australia on record, data showed Thursday, as their exploits captivated the nation. Women’s World Cup 2023: Australia coach Gustavsson rues what might have been after England loss The country’s free-to-air host broadcaster Channel Seven said it was the most-watched programme, sport or otherwise, …

‘Captured the nation’: Australia-England match breaks broadcast records
1 year, 4 months ago

‘Captured the nation’: Australia-England match breaks broadcast records

Al Jazeera  

The Women’s World Cup semifinal between the Matildas and the Lionesses in Sydney has broken local broadcast records to become the most-watched television programme in Australia since 2001, according to Australian broadcaster Seven. Some 11.15 million viewers in the country tuned in to watch as England stopped co-hosts Australia 3-1 on Wednesday night to reach the Women’s World Cup final, …

England beats host Australia to reach Women's World Cup final
1 year, 4 months ago

England beats host Australia to reach Women's World Cup final

China Daily  

England's Ella Toone celebrates scoring during the semifinal between Australia and England at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup in Sydney, Australia, Aug 16, 2023. SYDNEY - England went closer to their first Women's World Cup title as they moved into the final for the first time after beating host Australia 3-1 in the semifinal here on Wednesday. The home …

England beats Australia 3-1 to move into Women's World Cup final against Spain
1 year, 4 months ago

England beats Australia 3-1 to move into Women's World Cup final against Spain

The Independent  

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Women’s World Cup 2023: England reaches World Cup final despite Kerr stunner
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup 2023: England reaches World Cup final despite Kerr stunner

The Hindu  

England reached its first Women’s World Cup final after a 3-1 victory over Australia on Wednesday despite a wonder goal from Matildas striker Sam Kerr as the co-hosts’ fairytale run came to an end. England’s Alessia Russo celebrates after scoring her side’s third goal during the Women’s World Cup semifinal match between Australia and England at Stadium Australia in Sydney. …

FIFA Women’s World Cup | England reach first World Cup final despite Kerr stunner
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup | England reach first World Cup final despite Kerr stunner

The Hindu  

England reached their first Women's World Cup final after a 3-1 victory over Australia on Wednesday despite a wonder goal from Matildas striker Sam Kerr as the co-hosts' fairytale run came to an end. Attacking midfielder Ella Toone had given England a first-half lead but a stunning strike from captain Kerr, making her first start of the tournament, squared things …

England moves into the Women’s World Cup final against Spain after ending Australia’s run
1 year, 4 months ago

England moves into the Women’s World Cup final against Spain after ending Australia’s run

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Lauren Hemp didn’t let the Women’s World Cup semifinal match between Australia and England become the Sam Kerr show. Hemp scored to restore England’s lead eight minutes after a superb equalizer from Kerr, and then provided a perfect pass for the clincher as the Lionesses moved into their first World Cup championship game with a 3-1 victory over …

England stun hosts Australia to reach first Women’s World Cup final
1 year, 4 months ago

England stun hosts Australia to reach first Women’s World Cup final

Al Jazeera  

Lionesses end the Matildas’ run to reach the Women’s World Cup final for the first time and set up a clash with Spain. England have reached their first Women’s World Cup final after a 3-1 victory over Australia, despite a wonder goal from Matildas striker Sam Kerr as the co-hosts’ fairytale run came to an end. England, who fell at …

England beat Australia to reach 2023 Women's World Cup final
1 year, 4 months ago

England beat Australia to reach 2023 Women's World Cup final

The Telegraph  

By Tom Garry, Women’s Football Reporter, in Sydney England are through to their first Women’s World Cup final, and English football’s first global final since 1966, as Sarina Wiegman’s resolute team beat co-hosts Australia on their own turf in a gripping semi-final. Manchester City winger Lauren Hemp’s cool finish into the bottom corner with 19 minutes remaining and then her …

Matildas lose 3-1 to England's Lionesses in semifinal at Sydney's Olympic Stadium
1 year, 4 months ago

Matildas lose 3-1 to England's Lionesses in semifinal at Sydney's Olympic Stadium

ABC  

The Matildas' dreams of lifting the FIFA Women's World Cup are over, falling to a 3-1 defeat to England at Stadium Australia in Sydney/Wangal. Just minutes after Sam Kerr's stunning strike, England's star of the match knocked the wind out of Australia's World Cup hopes 'It has been an honour': Devastated Kerr wants to win third for Australian fans J …

What happens now the Matildas have lost to England in the Women's World Cup semifinals?
1 year, 4 months ago

What happens now the Matildas have lost to England in the Women's World Cup semifinals?

ABC  

The Matildas' hopes of contesting a final at a FIFA Women's World Cup have been dashed by their loss to England, but they've still got one more match to play in the tournament. Kick-off for that match will be at: 6pm AEST — ACT, NSW, Queensland, Tasmania and Victoria — ACT, NSW, Queensland, Tasmania and Victoria 5:30pm ACST — Northern …

Attendance and ticket records keep growing at the 2023 Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Attendance and ticket records keep growing at the 2023 Women’s World Cup

The Hindu  

With Matildas’ matches becoming hot tickets, Australia’s run to the Women’s World Cup semifinals and the expanded 32-team format has helped set records for attendance at the tournament. FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Australia’s quarterfinal hero Arnold ready to step up again The record match attendance for the 2023 edition is 75,784 for three games under a restricted capacity at …

FIFA Women’s World Cup | Australia, England primed for blockbuster World Cup clash
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup | Australia, England primed for blockbuster World Cup clash

The Hindu  

Australia and England clash in the Women’s World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday in Sydney in the latest installment of a long-standing sporting rivalry between the countries. “I’ll talk to my players and staff and see what that rivalry is.” The storied sporting rivalry between Australia and England has already witnessed several episodes this year. “I don’t think you can’t look …

‘It’s a complete frenzy’: Matildas mania grips Australia
1 year, 4 months ago

‘It’s a complete frenzy’: Matildas mania grips Australia

Al Jazeera  

Women’s World Cup fever soars as the co-hosts gear up to play rivals England for a place in the final. Yet as excitement builds ahead of Australia’s semifinal against rivals England on Wednesday, some say it’s the way this tournament has made people feel about football – and the women’s game in particular – that has turned it into a …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: England’s Walsh relishing chance to silence Sydney crowd
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: England’s Walsh relishing chance to silence Sydney crowd

The Hindu  

Key England midfielder Keira Walsh says it would be a “very nice feeling” to silence a sell-out Sydney crowd in Wednesday’s Women’s World Cup semi-final against Australia. There is a long-standing sporting rivalry between England and Australia and neither side has ever reached the final of the Women’s World Cup. “That’s what has got us this far at this tournament.” …

Women’s World Cup 2023: Australia not focused on England rivalry ahead of semifinal clash
1 year, 4 months ago

Women’s World Cup 2023: Australia not focused on England rivalry ahead of semifinal clash

The Hindu  

Tameka Yallop and Lydia Williams on Monday resisted every attempt to get them to imbue this week’s Women’s World Cup semifinal with extra meaning because they are facing Australia’s fiercest sporting rival, England. Australia PM backs calls for public holiday if Matildas win World Cup “I think it’s just another game,” said goalkeeper Williams. It’s a significant game, obviously we …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Australia, England primed for blockbuster semifinal clash
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Australia, England primed for blockbuster semifinal clash

The Hindu  

Australia and England clash in the Women’s World Cup semifinals on Wednesday in Sydney in the latest instalment of a long-standing sporting rivalry between the countries. “I’ll talk to my players and staff and see what that rivalry is.” The storied sporting rivalry between Australia and England has already witnessed several episodes this year. “I don’t think you can’t look …

Matilda mania is sweeping Australia as its World Cup team breaks viewership records
1 year, 4 months ago

Matilda mania is sweeping Australia as its World Cup team breaks viewership records

NPR  

Matilda mania is sweeping Australia as its World Cup team breaks viewership records Enlarge this image toggle caption Quinn Rooney/Getty Images Quinn Rooney/Getty Images Call it soccer or football, the Australian women's team is on an unprecedented run in the World Cup. The Matildas are Australia's national women's soccer team, and have been surpassing expectations — even beyond the historic …

Matildas skipper Sam Kerr confident Women's World Cup dream can keep rolling after thrilling win over France
1 year, 4 months ago

Matildas skipper Sam Kerr confident Women's World Cup dream can keep rolling after thrilling win over France

ABC  

The Matildas have made Australian sporting history and sent the country into ecstasy in the process. Key points: The Matildas defeated France on penalties Sam Kerr made an impact when she came on in the second half Coach Tony Gustavsson said he had faith that his side could get this far in the tournament But they are not done yet …

Who do the Matildas play in the World Cup semifinals? When is the game on? And where will it be played? All your questions answered
1 year, 4 months ago

Who do the Matildas play in the World Cup semifinals? When is the game on? And where will it be played? All your questions answered

Daily Mail  

The Matildas are into the semi-finals of the Women's World Cup for the first time after beating France 7-6 on penalties. Mackenzie Arnold made three saves before Cortnee Vine converted the winning spot-kick to seal the quarter-final victory in the longest shootout ever in the tournament's history in front of 49,461 screaming fans at Suncorp Stadium. Matildas goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold …

FIFA Women World Cup | Australia beats France in penalty thriller to reach semifinals
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women World Cup | Australia beats France in penalty thriller to reach semifinals

The Hindu  

Co-hosts Australia beat France 7-6 in a thrilling penalty shoot-out to reach the semifinals of the Women’s World Cup for the first time in their history on a night of drama in Brisbane on August 12. Vicki Becho missed France’s 10th penalty, and it was left to Vine to take Australia through by beating France’s substitute goalkeeper Solene Durand, who …

Matildas win FIFA Women's World Cup quarterfinal after classic shootout against France in Brisbane, will face England in semifinal
1 year, 4 months ago

Matildas win FIFA Women's World Cup quarterfinal after classic shootout against France in Brisbane, will face England in semifinal

ABC  

The Matildas have beaten France 7-6 in a dramatic sudden-death penalty shootout in Brisbane, with Mackenzie Arnold and Cortnee Vine the heroes. Sat 12 Aug Show all key events England vs Colombia S By Simon Smale Australia will play England in the semifinal S By Simon Smale Mouthwatering, huh? Full time: England 2-1 Colombia S By Simon Smale England complete …

Australia pulling for Matildas to advance in Women’s World Cup. Only 1 host has ever won the title
1 year, 4 months ago

Australia pulling for Matildas to advance in Women’s World Cup. Only 1 host has ever won the title

Associated Press  

AUCKLAND, New Zealand — Australia will try to avoid the host team curse by avoiding elimination in the quarterfinals of the Women’s World Cup. “We’re hoping to put Australia through exactly what France went through when they were the host country in 2019.” Australia may have superstar Sam Kerr at full strength after she missed all of group play with …

Two-time champion coach says Matildas can win the 2023 Women's World Cup: You've got all the ingredients to go all the way'
1 year, 4 months ago

Two-time champion coach says Matildas can win the 2023 Women's World Cup: You've got all the ingredients to go all the way'

Daily Mail  

The Australian Matildas are preparing to make history in their Women's World Cup quarter final against France tomorrow, but a coach who has achieved it all before believes they can go even deeper into the tournament. The Matildas have never progressed past the quarter final stage of a World Cup but have a golden opportunity to reach their first semi …

FIFA Women's World Cup 2023: France Halt Morocco's Run With 4-0 Thrashing
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women's World Cup 2023: France Halt Morocco's Run With 4-0 Thrashing

News 18  

Eugenie Le Sommer scored twice and France advanced to the Women’s World Cup quarterfinals with a 4-0 win over Morocco on Tuesday. France’s all-time leading scorer, Le Sommer struck once in each half as her country moved into a showdown with co-host Australia in Brisbane on Saturday. Le Sommer headed in a fourth in the second half to complete the …

Five quick hits from FIFA Women's World Cup: Sam Kerr and Matildas prepare to face Denmark, after USA knocked out by VAR
1 year, 4 months ago

Five quick hits from FIFA Women's World Cup: Sam Kerr and Matildas prepare to face Denmark, after USA knocked out by VAR

ABC  

The reigning champions are knocked out by VAR and a phenomenal goalkeeper, as Sam Kerr is set to finally take the field. Tied 0-0 after 90 minutes, tied 0-0 after 120 minutes, tied 4-4 after 13 penalties and then it's decided like this… USA goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher made the initial save and, despite being adamant there was "no chance" it …

Matildas prepare for second must-win match of the tournament in round of 16 against Denmark
1 year, 4 months ago

Matildas prepare for second must-win match of the tournament in round of 16 against Denmark

Associated Press  

Brisbane, Australia — Australia once again finds itself in a must-win Women’s World Cup game when the Matildas face Denmark on Monday in the round of 16. “Historically, we’ve always really performed well with our backs against the wall.” Denmark finished second in Group D behind winner England, and only allowed one goal over three games of group play. “Denmark …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Australia crushes Canada 4-0, qualifies for knockout stage
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Australia crushes Canada 4-0, qualifies for knockout stage

The Hindu  

Hayley Raso scored a first half brace and Mary Fowler struck after the break as Australia crushed Canada 4-0 on Monday to storm into the last 16 of the Women’s World Cup and send the Olympic champion spinning out of the tournament. Fowler made sure of the win with a deft touch in the 58th minute that pinged in off …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Nigeria into last-16 despite stalemate with Ireland
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Nigeria into last-16 despite stalemate with Ireland

The Hindu  

Nigeria advanced to the Women’s World Cup knockout stages for the third time in its history after a 0-0 draw with Ireland in its final Group B match on Monday, with the African side finishing second in the group behind host Australia. Nigeria will have to wait until Tuesday to discover its last-16 opponent, but it is likely to play …

Canada 0-4 Australia: Matildas keep World Cup campaign alive after Hayley Raso brace and goals from Mary Fowler and Steph Catley sends Maple Leafs home in Melbourne
1 year, 4 months ago

Canada 0-4 Australia: Matildas keep World Cup campaign alive after Hayley Raso brace and goals from Mary Fowler and Steph Catley sends Maple Leafs home in Melbourne

Daily Mail  

The Matildas have hauled themselves off the canvas to thump Canada 4-0 and reach the Women's World Cup round of 16. Hayley Raso scored a first-half brace to give Australia the upper hand with emerging star Mary Fowler adding a third in the 58th minute. Australia have kept their World Cup campaign alive after dominating Canada Hayley Raso scored twice …

Nigeria advances to round of 16 at Women’s World Cup with 0-0 draw against Ireland
1 year, 4 months ago

Nigeria advances to round of 16 at Women’s World Cup with 0-0 draw against Ireland

Associated Press  

BRISBANE, Australia — Nigeria used a scoreless draw against Ireland on Monday to advance to the round of 16 of the Women’s World Cup. A diving save from Ireland’s Courtney Brosnan in the 52nd minute kept her clean sheet intact and secured Ireland’s first point in its debut appearance at the tournament. Ireland’s Katie McCabe was just off target with …

‘Nigeria for life’: Super Falcons stun Australia at Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

‘Nigeria for life’: Super Falcons stun Australia at Women’s World Cup

Al Jazeera  

Nigeria have stunned Australia 3-2 to claim one of their biggest wins in a Women’s World Cup and also leave the co-hosts’ tournament hopes on thin ice. ‘Nigeria for life’ “Everyone went out to play their heart out,” Oshoala said after the game. “I told them after the match no one believes in us apart from us and we had …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Canada finds its feet in a 2-1 win over gutsy Ireland
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Canada finds its feet in a 2-1 win over gutsy Ireland

The Hindu  

An accurate toe-poke by forward Adriana Leon coupled with a touch of fortune allowed Canada to secure a 2-1 victory against Ireland on Wednesday, its first of this year’s Women’s World Cup, in wet and windy conditions at Perth Oval. In an exciting first half that had attacking play at both ends, Ireland captain Katie McCabe opened the scoring with …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Nigeria wary of Australia despite injuries
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Nigeria wary of Australia despite injuries

The Hindu  

Nigeria coach Randy Waldrum warned Wednesday that a depleted Australia still has plenty of “weapons” and told his side it must take its chances in Brisbane. The Matildas go into the Women’s World Cup showdown on Thursday without injured strikers Sam Kerr and Mary Fowler, leaving Arsenal’s Caitlin Foord as their only recognised forward. “We never like to see players …

FIFA WWC 2023: Ireland confident Quinn will be fit for Canada World Cup clash
1 year, 5 months ago

FIFA WWC 2023: Ireland confident Quinn will be fit for Canada World Cup clash

The Hindu  

Ireland coach Vera Pauw said that she expects Louise Quinn to be fit for her side’s World Cup Group B clash with Canada on Wednesday as the defensive lynchpin continues to recover from a knock picked up in its 1-0 defeat by Australia. The 33-year-old centre-back arrived in Perth wearing a protective boot on her left foot, and she began …

England edges Haiti 1-0 in a tough opener for Euro champions at Women’s World Cup
1 year, 5 months ago

England edges Haiti 1-0 in a tough opener for Euro champions at Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

BRISBANE, Australia — The champions of Europe had to struggle for a 1-0 win over a Haiti lineup feeding off Melchie Dumornay’s forays through the England defense and Kerly Theus’ series of athletic saves in its Women’s World Cup debut on Saturday. Theus made a succession of saves to keep Haiti in the contest, even stopping Stanway’s first penalty attempt …

Co-hosts Australia, New Zealand record wins on FIFA Women's World Cup opening day
1 year, 5 months ago

Co-hosts Australia, New Zealand record wins on FIFA Women's World Cup opening day

China Daily  

Australia players celebrate their win against Ireland during FIFA Women's World Cup in Sydney, July 20, 2023. SYDNEY -- In a dramatic start to the FIFA Women's World Cup, Australia edged out debutants Ireland, and underdogs New Zealand stunned European powerhouse Norway with surprise victories on Thursday. At Sydney's Stadium Australia, under crisp conditions and before a record crowd for …

Fowler makes her Women’s World Cup debut on a significant night for the Australian and Irish teams
1 year, 5 months ago

Fowler makes her Women’s World Cup debut on a significant night for the Australian and Irish teams

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — So much was happening when Mary Fowler made her Women’s World Cup debut in Australia’s opening win over Ireland. “I obviously feel for Sam, because it’s such a big tournament and she means so much to this team and this country,” Fowler said. Fowler was born in Cairns in the far northeast of Australia, but played on Ireland’s …

Australia’s 1-0 opening win at the Women’s World Cup gives a record crowd something to cheer about
1 year, 5 months ago

Australia’s 1-0 opening win at the Women’s World Cup gives a record crowd something to cheer about

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Matildas supporters streamed toward Sydney’s Central Station chanting “Aussie Aussie Aussie, Oi Oi Oi!” in the hours before Women’s World Cup co-host Australia kicked off against Ireland. “Who wouldn’t want to be here for the first match?” asked Katie Lynn, who traveled from Adelaide, 850 miles away, with girlfriend Jasmine Williamson. It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity.” …

Kerr’s Women’s World Cup in doubt, but she still helps inspire Australia to win against Ireland
1 year, 5 months ago

Kerr’s Women’s World Cup in doubt, but she still helps inspire Australia to win against Ireland

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — How much of a role Sam Kerr can physically play for Australia at the Women’s World Cup remains completely uncertain. “Obviously losing a player like Sam, probably the best player in the world, and just for her as a person, we were completely heartbroken,” said Steph Catley, who scored the 52nd-minute penalty that secured Australia’s win in front …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Australia opens with a 1-0 win over Ireland, despite Sam Kerr’s absence
1 year, 5 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Australia opens with a 1-0 win over Ireland, despite Sam Kerr’s absence

The Hindu  

Rocked by the late withdrawal of Sam Kerr through injury, Australia took time to settle before getting off to a winning start at the Women’s World Cup on Thursday by beating Ireland 1-0 in Sydney. Steph Catley swept home a 52nd-minute penalty to end Ireland’s resistance and spark an eruption of joy from fans inside Stadium Australia. Mary Fowler, who …

Australia 1-0 Ireland: No Sam Kerr? No problem! Matildas begin World Cup campaign with a win without star player as Steph Catley penalty earns victory over Ireland
1 year, 5 months ago

Australia 1-0 Ireland: No Sam Kerr? No problem! Matildas begin World Cup campaign with a win without star player as Steph Catley penalty earns victory over Ireland

Daily Mail  

Steph Catley has stood tall as captain in Sam Kerr's injury-enforced absence to deliver the Matildas a 1-0 victory over Ireland in their Women's World Cup opener. Australia have won their opening game of the World Cup with a gutsy 1-0 victory Steph Catley scored the match-winning penalty in the second half for the Matildas The stand-in captain celebrates after …

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