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 have a lot of quality players all over the pitch and world-class in their final third,” Matildas’ defender Clare Polkinghorne said. “It’s definitely going to be a tough job for us to keep them contained, but I think as the games go on, obviously, your defense is going to be key.” The match is the second time Denmark and Australia will play in a year; the Matildas earned their first win ever over the Danes in a 3-1 friendly played Viborg, Denmark, last October. “If they cover one of the strikers, then we’ve got someone else to step up and take the game.” Polkinghorne said the team embraces the pressure and plays its best in must-win games.

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Football Australia not rushing search for new Matildas coach in build-up to Asian and World Cups
1 week, 6 days ago

Football Australia not rushing search for new Matildas coach in build-up to Asian and World Cups

ABC  

Football Australia is closing in on a target for the next Matildas head coach but is refusing to make any promises on when the appointment will be announced. The Matildas have been without a permanent head coach since Tony Gustavsson's four-year tenure came to an end following a disappointing Paris Olympics campaign in August. The Matildas are next in action …

Matildas revelation Sharn Freier embraces rapid rise after starring performances against Chinese Taipei
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Matildas revelation Sharn Freier embraces rapid rise after starring performances against Chinese Taipei

ABC  

When the Matildas won the Women's World Cup penalty shootout against France at Brisbane's Lang Park last year, Sharn Freier was at a country music concert 20 kilometres across town. In their final match of the year, the Matildas keep a clean sheet on their way to a thumping 6-0 victory over Chinese Taipei at Geelong's Kardinia Park. "I was …

Matildas score resounding 6-0 win over Chinese Taipei in Clare Polkinghorne's international farewell
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Matildas score resounding 6-0 win over Chinese Taipei in Clare Polkinghorne's international farewell

ABC  

The Matildas have kept a clean sheet on their way to recording a thumping 6-0 victory over Chinese Taipei in Geelong, as Clare Polkinghorne made her final international appearance. In front of a crowd of 30,097 at Kardinia Park, the Matildas sent Polkinghorne off in style with six different goal-scorers in what was the national team's last match of the …

Matildas defeat Germany 2-1
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Matildas defeat Germany 2-1

ABC  

Sally Sara: The Matildas have defeated world number four ranked Germany 2-1 in a friendly match. Sally Sara: The win provides a much needed confidence boost after the Matildas' disappointing performance at the Paris Olympics. Tracey Holmes: Well, interestingly, I heard James Johnson, who's the CEO of Football Australia, talking about this very thing at the recent Australian New Zealand …

Matildas pull off stunning comeback to beat Zambia 6-5 in second Paris Olympics group game
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Matildas pull off stunning comeback to beat Zambia 6-5 in second Paris Olympics group game

ABC  

The Matildas have kept their quest for an Olympic medal alive after an incredible come-from-behind win over Zambia in the second group game in Nice. The Matildas had a mountain to climb within the first minute of the match, with striker Banda scoring the first goal of the game in just the 40th second, turning past defender Clare Hunt just …

Why the Matildas can FORGET winning gold at the Paris Olympics after disastrous loss to Germany
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Why the Matildas can FORGET winning gold at the Paris Olympics after disastrous loss to Germany

Daily Mail  

Must beat Zambia on July 29 to stay in the tournament Now face an uphill battle to progress out of group stage The Matildas entered the Paris Olympics quietly confident they could be gold medallists - but that dream is already highly unlikely after they were outclassed 3-0 by Germany in their group opener. Tony Gustavsson's squad were at times …

Matildas fans blast Tony Gustavsson's team after waking up at 3AM to watch miserable Olympic Games defeat by Germany: 'This is hard to watch'
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Matildas fans blast Tony Gustavsson's team after waking up at 3AM to watch miserable Olympic Games defeat by Germany: 'This is hard to watch'

Daily Mail  

Matildas fans slogged through a tough 90 minutes after waking up early to watch their team's miserable Olympic Games defeat by Germany. A whole host of supporters rose to their alarm clocks at 3am to tune into Australia's opening Group B match in Marseille, with Tony Gustavsson's side taking on a tough challenge in their world No 4-ranked rivals. Matildas …

Australia vs Germany: Matildas fans descend on Marseille ahead of women's team's Olympic Games opening match
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Australia vs Germany: Matildas fans descend on Marseille ahead of women's team's Olympic Games opening match

Daily Mail  

Matildas fans have travelled in force to throw their support behind Tony Gustavsson's side ahead of their Olympic Games campaign. Still buoyed by the women's team's heroics at the FIFA World Cup last year, there are high hopes that the Aussies can medal in Paris, with their journey starting on Thursday evening local time against Germany. Matildas fans have descended …

Matildas at war as FIFTEEN players are wiped from the history books in shocking row
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Matildas at war as FIFTEEN players are wiped from the history books in shocking row

Daily Mail  

A huge row has erupted among Matildas alumni after 15 former players were wiped from the record books this week. On Monday, Football Australia announced it had revised its record books to confirm that a team from 1975 will now be viewed as the first even Australian national women's football team. She led the Australian national women's football team against …

Matildas gamble on two big names in Olympics squad - with eight of the team set to break a record as one fan favourite misses out
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Matildas gamble on two big names in Olympics squad - with eight of the team set to break a record as one fan favourite misses out

Daily Mail  

First match against Germany on July 25 Coach Tony Gustavsson has gambled on the fitness of Caitlin Foord and Katrina Gorry, naming the injured duo in his squad for the Matildas' Olympics campaign. Katrina Gorry's serious ankle injury hasn't kept her out of the team to play in Paris Selectors also gave Caitlin Foord time to prove her fitness after …

The Matildas finally come clean on whether Sam Kerr will play at the Olympics after skipper's horror knee injury
7 months ago

The Matildas finally come clean on whether Sam Kerr will play at the Olympics after skipper's horror knee injury

Daily Mail  

Sam Kerr's Olympics dream is officially over after she was officially ruled out of playing in the Paris Games. However, influential defender Clare Hunt has overcome injury and returns to a Matildas squad still without Katrina Gorry, who remains a chance of making the team for the looming Olympics. Sam Kerr's horror year just got worse with the news that …

Matildas' loss to Sweden was the performance of a team who had already given everything
1 year, 4 months ago

Matildas' loss to Sweden was the performance of a team who had already given everything

ABC  

The full-time whistle still hung in the quiet air of Brisbane Stadium when Kyra Cooney-Cross's knees gave way and she fell backwards into the grass. She'd played almost every available minute during Australia's miraculous Women's World Cup run, partnering with veteran Katrina Gorry to form the beating heart of the team's midfield. That kind of style arguably minimises the technical, …

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 …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Sweden beats Australia to win another bronze medal
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Sweden beats Australia to win another bronze medal

The Hindu  

Sweden won yet another bronze medal at the Women’s World Cup, with Fridolina Rolfo and Kosovare Asllani scoring on Saturday in a clinical 2-0 win over tournament co-host Australia. The Swedish women proved once again they’re tough to beat after a semifinal loss, extending their perfect record in World Cup third-place matches to four with the victory in Brisbane. The …

Clinical Sweden beat Australia to clinch third place at Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Clinical Sweden beat Australia to clinch third place at Women’s World Cup

Al Jazeera  

Sweden have picked up their fourth Women’s World Cup bronze medal after beating co-hosts Australia 2-0 in the third-place playoff match. The Swedes, ranked third in the world, were awarded a penalty in the 28th minute of the game on Saturday after a VAR review showed Australia’s Clare Hunt clipped Stina Blackstenius’ heels, and Fridolina Rolfo slotted home the resulting …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Sweden out to silence partisan crowd and take home bronze medal in clash against Australia
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Sweden out to silence partisan crowd and take home bronze medal in clash against Australia

The Hindu  

Sweden’s dreams of winning a first Women’s World Cup title were dramatically ended by Spain but the county is out to ensure its impressive run does not end without silverware when they meet co-host Australia in the third-place playoff on Saturday. Third-ranked Sweden is playing in its second straight bronze medal match, having finished third at the 2019 World Cup. …

Australia, Sweden still have something to play for in the 3rd place game at the Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Australia, Sweden still have something to play for in the 3rd place game at the Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

Australia already captivated a nation as co-hosts of the Women’s World Cup. Australia’s men’s basketball team, the Boomers, were slated to play a tune-up game against Brazil on Wednesday night in preparation for their World Cup but moved the game up two hours to watch the Matildas in the semifinals. The Swedes made a mark on the tournament in the …

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, …

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 …

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 …

‘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 …

Sweden happy for centre-back Ilestedt to be leading its FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 scoring
1 year, 4 months ago

Sweden happy for centre-back Ilestedt to be leading its FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 scoring

The Hindu  

Sweden centre-back Amanda Ilestedt looms as an unlikely candidate to claim the Golden Boot at the Women’s World Cup but it comes as no surprise to her teammates. The only thing we’re thinking about is winning games.” Winger Fridolina Rolfo, who has two goals for the tournament, said not many people would have expected Ilestedt to be Sweden’s top scorer. …

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 …

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 beat France in the World Cup: How Australians watched history in the making with tense match viewed in pubs, restaurants and planes
1 year, 4 months ago

Matildas beat France in the World Cup: How Australians watched history in the making with tense match viewed in pubs, restaurants and planes

Daily Mail  

It was a 'where were you' moment in Australia as the Matildas secured their place in the FIFA Women's World Cup semi-finals for the first time in football history. The nerve-racking shootout saw three saves from Mackenzie Arnold before Cortnee Vine kicked the winner to seal the quarter-final victory in front of 49,461 screaming fans wearing green and gold at …

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 …

Final Four: Australia makes it through to Women’s World Cup semifinals seeking history for Matildas
1 year, 4 months ago

Final Four: Australia makes it through to Women’s World Cup semifinals seeking history for Matildas

Associated Press  

AUCKLAND, New Zealand — There will be a first-time winner of the Women’s World Cup this year, and maybe, just maybe, it will be host country Australia. The Matildas, serving as co-hosts of the tournament with New Zealand, became the first home team since the United States in 1999 to win a quarterfina l in nine Women’s World Cups. So …

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 player ratings: See which Australian stars excelled and who struggled in World Cup quarter final against France
1 year, 4 months ago

Matildas player ratings: See which Australian stars excelled and who struggled in World Cup quarter final against France

Daily Mail  

Here's how Daily Mail Australia rated the home team. France didn't really test her until the second half of extra time, when she pulled off an outstanding save to deny Vicki Becho and keep the Matildas in the game. Mackenzie Arnold pulled off a crucial save in the second half of extra time Ellie Carpenter - 6 Struggled early on …

How the internet reacted to the Matildas' penalty shootout triumph over France at the Women's World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

How the internet reacted to the Matildas' penalty shootout triumph over France at the Women's World Cup

ABC  

The Matildas are World Cup semi-finalists for the first time. Superstition abounded before this World Cup quarter final against France; match-day rituals were precisely observed, inadvertent jinxes were dodged at all costs, and the Australian starting XI was unchanged for the third game running. Then at the end of the first half, Mary Fowler had the yawning goal at her …

Matildas prevail in 7-6 against France in dramatic penalty shootout to reach FIFA Women's World Cup semifinal, England beat Colombia 2-1
1 year, 4 months ago

Matildas prevail in 7-6 against France in dramatic penalty shootout to reach FIFA Women's World Cup semifinal, England beat Colombia 2-1

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. Australia's tenth-choice penalty taker Vine slotted the deciding kick to send the Matildas into the World Cup semifinals for the first time in their history. Arnold saved from Selma Bacha first up then — after Caitlin Foord, Sam …

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 …

Can the Matildas win the Women's World Cup? USA's two-time winning coach Jill Ellis thinks so
1 year, 4 months ago

Can the Matildas win the Women's World Cup? USA's two-time winning coach Jill Ellis thinks so

ABC  

Here's a sentence for you: the Matildas are just three games away from lifting Australia's first ever World Cup trophy. Matildas' win over Canada showed us who they really are Photo shows A women's soccer team wearing light blue uniforms runs to the sideline celebrating With their greatest-ever Women's World Cup victory, the Matildas have shown they are so much …

Matildas' magical night ignites title charge
1 year, 4 months ago

Matildas' magical night ignites title charge

China Daily  

Hayley Raso celebrates scoring Australia's second goal to seal a 2-0 win over Denmark at the FIFA Women's World Cup in Sydney on Monday. The 3-2 loss to Nigeria in the group phase put Australia's hopes in peril but the co-host responded with a 4-0 thumping of Olympic champion Canada and beat Denmark 2-0 in the last 16. A more …

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 …

Who do the Matildas play next? When is their game on? And what’s their path to the World Cup final? All your questions answered
1 year, 4 months ago

Who do the Matildas play next? When is their game on? And what’s their path to the World Cup final? All your questions answered

Daily Mail  

The Matildas recorded arguably the greatest victory in their history when they defeated Denmark 2-0 to book their berth in the World Cup quarter-finals on Monday night. Coach Tony Gustavsson's side defeated France 1-0 courtesy of a Mary Fowler goal when the sides had a World Cup warm-up match just before the tournament began. Should the Matildas face France on …

Australia reach World Cup quarter-finals as Kerr makes comeback
1 year, 4 months ago

Australia reach World Cup quarter-finals as Kerr makes comeback

The Hindu  

Sam Kerr came off the bench as Australia surged into the Women’s World Cup quarter-finals with a 2-0 win over Denmark in front of nearly 76,000 fans in Sydney on Monday. To cap a good night’s work for the Matildas, talismanic striker and captain Kerr came on with 10 minutes left to huge cheers for her first action of the …

Australia advances to Women’s World Cup quarterfinals by beating Denmark with Sam Kerr back
1 year, 4 months ago

Australia advances to Women’s World Cup quarterfinals by beating Denmark with Sam Kerr back

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Australia was already on course for the quarterfinals of the Women’s World Cup when Sam Kerr entered the field to wild celebrations on Monday. “For teams looking ahead it’s pretty scary to know she’s back in our team and she’s going to be a part of it with us.” A crowd of 75,784 cheered as if Australia scored …

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Denmark ready to turn party pooper against Australia in Round of 16 clash
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Denmark ready to turn party pooper against Australia in Round of 16 clash

The Hindu  

Denmark will make it its mission to ruin Australia’s party and kick-start its own celebrations by knocking the co-host out of the Women’s World Cup, but victory will not come easy against one of the favourites, coach Lars Sondergaard said on Sunday. Speaking before Monday’s last-16 clash at Stadium Australia, Sondergaard said his team can take confidence from a 3-2 …

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 …

Oshoala seals Nigeria’s upset win over co-host Australia at the Women’s World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

Oshoala seals Nigeria’s upset win over co-host Australia at the Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

BRISBANE, Australia — Asisat Oshoala had to watch from Nigeria’s bench for an hour, desperate to get into the action, before getting a chance to unleash all her pent up energy against co-host Australia at the Women’s World Cup. Within nine minutes, Oshoala scored a goal that sealed an upset victory, sparked her jersey-shedding celebration and left Australia in a …

‘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: 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 …

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