Why the Matildas can FORGET winning gold at the Paris Olympics after disastrous loss to Germany
8 months 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 chasing shadows in Marseille, and were fortunate not to concede five or six goals against the nation ranked fourth in the world. The Matildas entered the Paris Olympics quietly confident they could be gold medallists - but were outclassed 3-0 by Germany in their group opener USA will be snarling after their embarrasing group stage exit at the World Cup and not to be taken lightly. Matildas fans were savage on social media at fulltime, with Mary Fowler under fire after her underwhelming performance Tony Gustavsson's squad were at times chasing shadows in Marseille, and were fortunate not to concede five or six goals Frustrated Matildas fans were savage in their assessment on social media - with young gun Mary Fowler in the firing line.

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Why captain Sam Kerr won't be playing for Matildas in upcoming SheBelieves tournament in the US
1 month, 1 week ago

Why captain Sam Kerr won't be playing for Matildas in upcoming SheBelieves tournament in the US

Daily Mail  

Sam Kerr won't play for the Matildas in the upcoming SheBelieves Cup in the US - but it isn't due to her recent court case. Kerr, 31, was found not guilty of racially aggravated abuse after calling a police officer ‘stupid and white’ during a heated row at a London police station in January of 2023. Australia's best ever female …

Matildas score resounding 6-0 win over Chinese Taipei in Clare Polkinghorne's international farewell
3 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Mary Fowler posts telling message as she takes a mental health break away from her Matildas teammates
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Mary Fowler posts telling message as she takes a mental health break away from her Matildas teammates

Daily Mail  

Just days after the Matildas notched up a much-needed win against Chinese Taipei, Australian forward Mary Fowler has posted a social media dump including a very telling message. Matildas star Mary Fowler has opted to not play in the four friendlys in Australia citing mental and physical fatigue The Matildas striker posted this message along with images of her recharging …

Matildas defeat Germany 2-1
5 months 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 …

Aussies call for one of the Matildas' biggest names to be sacked after Olympics disaster
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Aussies call for one of the Matildas' biggest names to be sacked after Olympics disaster

Daily Mail  

Frustrated fans made their feelings known on social media Matildas failed to progress beyond group stage at Olympics Matildas fans have spoken following a deplorable showing at the Paris Olympics - and coach Tony Gustavsson is in the firing line. Matildas young gun Mary Fowler had a quiet tournament by her own lofty standards Alanna Kennedy scored a late goal …

Alanna Kennedy: The Matildas crash out of the Olympics after losing to the USA - and one Aussie star's F-bomb rant says what the country is thinking
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Alanna Kennedy: The Matildas crash out of the Olympics after losing to the USA - and one Aussie star's F-bomb rant says what the country is thinking

Daily Mail  

Alanna Kennedy summed up what every Matildas fan is thinking as the Aussies failed to secure an unlikely victory over the United States in Marseille - then were bounced out of the Paris Games when Canada beat Colombia. Matildas star Alanna Kennedy blew up at herself in a sweary rant after narrowly missing a chance at an equaliser against the …

Aussie football legend Mark Bosnich pinpoints key problem for the Matildas after horror Olympic loss
8 months ago

Aussie football legend Mark Bosnich pinpoints key problem for the Matildas after horror Olympic loss

Daily Mail  

Australian football great Mark Bosnich believes the Matildas need to solve a big problem after their campaign to win Olympic gold was all but torpedoed in a 3-0 loss to Germany on Friday morning. Mark Bosnich says the Matildas need to solve a big problem before their next match Bosnich believes Mary Fowler is the best player in the team …

See the Sam Kerr sledge that came back to haunt the Matildas in their horror Paris Olympics loss
8 months ago

See the Sam Kerr sledge that came back to haunt the Matildas in their horror Paris Olympics loss

Daily Mail  

Sam Kerr's words have come back to haunt her, after the injured Matildas skipper sledged the USA football side for the same reason Australia got flogged by Germany at the Paris Olympics. The comments came in the ill-fated Netflix documentary series 'Under Pressure: The U.S. Women's World Cup Team'. The documentary series ran anyway, and Kerr took the opportunity to …

Matildas are called out after loss to Germany
8 months ago

Matildas are called out after loss to Germany

Daily Mail  

A controversial conservative commentator has sparked debate after declaring that she hoped the Matildas would lose their first game. Her hopes were fulfilled when, at 3am AEST, Tony Gustavsson's side succumbed to a 3-0 thrashing at the hands of Germany in the opening Group B match in Marseille. Kobie Thatcher, who is known for her outspoken views,said she refused to …

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'
8 months 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
8 months 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 …

Soccer legend says the Matildas are NO CHANCE of grabbing gold at the Paris Olympics
8 months ago

Soccer legend says the Matildas are NO CHANCE of grabbing gold at the Paris Olympics

Daily Mail  

Soccer legend Julie Foudy has controversially declared the Matildas won't win a medal at the Paris Olympics. Foudy doesn't believe the Matildas will be able to overcome the absence of superstar striker Sam Kerr. Caitlin Foord coming off an injury and Katrina Gorry in the midfield coming off an injury,' Foudy told News Corp. 'I worry they don't have the …

Matildas secure 1-1 draw against China after Michelle Heyman equaliser in Adelaide
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Matildas secure 1-1 draw against China after Michelle Heyman equaliser in Adelaide

ABC  

The Matildas' final preparations for the Paris Olympics have got off to a rusty start after a scrappy 1-1 draw with China in Adelaide on Friday. Australia's coach Tony Gustavsson fielded a largely experimental line-up for the opening hour of the Adelaide Oval fixture, but they were upstaged by the reigning Asian Cup champions, with a well-organised and disciplined China …

The contenders to replace Sam Kerr as the focal point of the Matildas attack at the Paris Olympics - and why it might NOT be World Cup hero Mary Fowler
11 months, 1 week ago

The contenders to replace Sam Kerr as the focal point of the Matildas attack at the Paris Olympics - and why it might NOT be World Cup hero Mary Fowler

Daily Mail  

The days are ticking down until the Paris Olympics and the Matildas have already stamped their passport with qualification to the main draw. Matildas captain and striker Sam Kerr has been cut down with an ACL injury and is unavailable for the Paris Olympics It has left Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson in a quandary on who to replace her with …

Matildas' loss to Sweden was the performance of a team who had already given everything
1 year, 7 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, …

Australia’s fairytale home Women’s World Cup ends in defeat to Sweden in third-place playoff
1 year, 7 months ago

Australia’s fairytale home Women’s World Cup ends in defeat to Sweden in third-place playoff

CNN  

CNN — It has been a history-making, game-changing Women’s World Cup for Australia, but the Matildas’ participation in the tournament ended in a 2-0 defeat to Sweden in the third-place playoff on Saturday. Still, this match marked new frontiers for women’s soccer in Australia following a World Cup which has seen soccer mania grip the nation as the Matildas achieved …

A nation of new Matildas fans salutes Australia’s run to the Women’s World Cup semifinals
1 year, 7 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, 7 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,” …

A nation of new Matildas fans salutes Australia's run to the Women's World Cup semifinals
1 year, 7 months ago

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

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Sam Kerr looked up at …

Matildas Women’s World Cup semifinal against England smashes Australia TV records
1 year, 7 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, …

Matildas' World Cup semifinal loss to England was not about the finish, but the run towards it
1 year, 7 months ago

Matildas' World Cup semifinal loss to England was not about the finish, but the run towards it

ABC  

Sam Kerr didn't know what she was going to do when she turned her body towards the empty grass and started to run. Sam Kerr's absence from most of the World Cup made the anticipation of her start against England even greater. This was meant to be Sam Kerr's World Cup, but she had spent most of the past two …

Australian papers turn the screw ahead of England's World Cup semi-final clash with the Matildas... claiming the hosts will 'tame the Lionesses'
1 year, 7 months ago

Australian papers turn the screw ahead of England's World Cup semi-final clash with the Matildas... claiming the hosts will 'tame the Lionesses'

Daily Mail  

The Australian newspapers have been ramping up the pressure and boasting of their team's excellence ahead of England's clash with the Matildas in Sydney - claiming they are 'ready to tame the Lionesses'. Sarina Wiegman's side face off against the hosts in front of around 80,000 fans later today in what has been dubbed 'The Smashes' - a continuation of …

Matildas lose 3-1 to England's Lionesses in semifinal at Sydney's Olympic Stadium
1 year, 7 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, 7 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 …

How the internet reacted to the Matildas' heartbreaking 3-1 loss to England in the FIFA Women's World Cup
1 year, 7 months ago

How the internet reacted to the Matildas' heartbreaking 3-1 loss to England in the FIFA Women's World Cup

ABC  

Australia's World Cup run has been halted by a ruthless England side, who ran out 3-1 winners in the semi-final. Within 10 minutes, Sam Kerr had a chance, eventually confirmed as an offside one, saved one-on-one by Mary Earps, after being set loose by a superb Gorry lofted pass — the crowd's appetite was whetted. The first half ended with …

Matildas knocked out of FIFA Women's World Cup after 3-1 semifinal defeat to England
1 year, 7 months ago

Matildas knocked out of FIFA Women's World Cup after 3-1 semifinal defeat to England

ABC  

The Matildas are out of the FIFA Women's World Cup, falling to a 3-1 defeat to England in front of 75,784 fans at Stadium Australia in Sydney. England deservedly led thanks to an Ella Toone strike in the first half, but Sam Kerr scored a stunning long-range leveller to give the Matildas renewed vigour. Greenwood was issued a rare booking …

Women’s World Cup: Australia dared to dream of World Cup glory, then it all slipped away
1 year, 7 months ago

Women’s World Cup: Australia dared to dream of World Cup glory, then it all slipped away

CNN  

Sydney CNN — A long, emotional day for Australian soccer fans turned into an even longer trip home when severe delays stranded thousands on train platforms at Stadium Australia after the nation’s disappointing 3-1 loss to England in the World Cup semifinal. “That’s what we call it.” Lucy, Davara, Skye, Harold and Ayva Marshall were sad to see the Matildas …

‘It’s a complete frenzy’: Matildas mania grips Australia
1 year, 7 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 …

The Lionesses will need to beat an entire nation in the grip of World Cup fever
1 year, 7 months ago

The Lionesses will need to beat an entire nation in the grip of World Cup fever

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Australia fans arrived at Stadium Australia in their …

Women’s World Cup 2023: Australia not focused on England rivalry ahead of semifinal clash
1 year, 7 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, 7 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 focused on recovery ahead of Women's World Cup semifinal against England with just four-day turnaround
1 year, 7 months ago

Matildas focused on recovery ahead of Women's World Cup semifinal against England with just four-day turnaround

ABC  

There will be no more friendly fire injuries in the Matildas camp ahead of their Women's World Cup semifinal against England, because there will be barely anyone on the track. Key points: Both Australia and England have gone to extra time and penalties once at this World Cup But more of England's players have been able to get some rest …

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, 7 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, 7 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 …

Women's World Cup five quick hits — Mary Fowler's magic gloves and Katrina Gorry mourns during celebrations
1 year, 7 months ago

Women's World Cup five quick hits — Mary Fowler's magic gloves and Katrina Gorry mourns during celebrations

ABC  

History has been made. Fowler magic and a stunning French resistance After every Matildas match the question "why does Mary Fowler wear gloves" trends on Google. Australia had been second-best in the contest up to the midway point of the first half — but they had a glorious opportunity to open the scoring in the 41st minute via Fowler's boot. …

The France game: Matildas' World Cup quarterfinal win was a moment that stopped the nation
1 year, 7 months ago

The France game: Matildas' World Cup quarterfinal win was a moment that stopped the nation

ABC  

Years from now, when someone asks you to tell the story of the night the Matildas made World Cup history, what will you say? Matildas have history to make and break in Women's World Cup quarterfinal against France Photo shows Sam Kerr of Australia's Matildas runs with the ball away from French players. We'll remember the way time sped up …

Matildas player ratings: See which Australian stars excelled and who struggled in World Cup quarter final against France
1 year, 7 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 …

Matildas win FIFA Women's World Cup quarterfinal after classic shootout against France in Brisbane, will face England in semifinal
1 year, 7 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, 7 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, 7 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 …

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, 7 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 …

Matildas World Cup star Sam Kerr lifts lid on her mystery injury as she finally reveals when she was first fit to play - and what physios banned her from doing after win over Denmark
1 year, 7 months ago

Matildas World Cup star Sam Kerr lifts lid on her mystery injury as she finally reveals when she was first fit to play - and what physios banned her from doing after win over Denmark

Daily Mail  

Matildas skipper said her teammates have been 'smashing it' Matildas captain Sam Kerr has revealed she could have played in the final group game against Canada if required - and what she couldn't do after the 2-0 win over Denmark in the World Cup round of 16 on Monday night. Matildas captain Sam Kerr finally got some World Cup minutes …

Matildas through to FIFA Women's World Cup quarterfinals as Sam Kerr returns in 2-0 victory against Denmark, England edge Nigeria
1 year, 7 months ago

Matildas through to FIFA Women's World Cup quarterfinals as Sam Kerr returns in 2-0 victory against Denmark, England edge Nigeria

ABC  

The Matildas are through to the FIFA Women's World Cup quarterfinals after recording a 2-0 victory over Denmark at Stadium Australia in Sydney/Wangal. From Sam Lewis at Stadium Australia FULL-TIME: The Matildas beat Denmark 2-0 to reach the World Cup quarter-finals J By Jon Healy After falling at this stage in the most agonising circumstances four years ago, the Matildas …

Matildas prepare for second must-win match of the tournament in round of 16 against Denmark
1 year, 7 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 …

Australia vs Canada: Matildas facing ‘disaster’ as they teeter on brink of early exit from home World Cup
1 year, 7 months ago

Australia vs Canada: Matildas facing ‘disaster’ as they teeter on brink of early exit from home World Cup

CNN  

CNN — The world turns upside down during Sam Kerr’s trademark goalscoring celebration. “The Matildas brand, which was one of the purposes of doing the calendar, was out there.” Most importantly, the Matildas are now relatively well-funded after going on strike over equal pay following the 2015 Women’s World Cup, in which they became the first Australian team to win …

‘Nigeria for life’: Super Falcons stun Australia at Women’s World Cup
1 year, 8 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 …

The Americans dominated their Women’s World Cup opener. They face a tougher task against the Dutch
1 year, 8 months ago

The Americans dominated their Women’s World Cup opener. They face a tougher task against the Dutch

Associated Press  

AUCKLAND, New Zealand — The United States and the Netherlands meet again on the Women’s World Cup stage — with smaller stakes than the 2019 title game won by the Americans — and the Dutch team collecting injuries at a terrible time of the tournament. The Americans are the two-time reigning World Cup champions and Netherlands coach Andries Jonker said …

FIFA Women’s World Cup: Nigeria wary of Australia despite injuries
1 year, 8 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 …

Australia’s Injury toll grows as Fowler and Luik join Kerr on the sidelines at the Women’s World Cup
1 year, 8 months ago

Australia’s Injury toll grows as Fowler and Luik join Kerr on the sidelines at the Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

Brisbane, Australia — With two players concussed in separate accidents two days before Australia’s second Women’s World Cup game, Matildas head coach Tony Gustavsson can forgive fans for questioning what’s going on at practice. Manchester City striker Mary Fowler and veteran defender Aivi Luik sustained mild concussions and joined star striker Sam Kerr on the injury list, team officials revealed …

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