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 at February's SheBelieves Cup in the United States against the hosts, Japan and Colombia, but whether a new coach will be in charge remains to be seen. "We'd like to be able to make the appointment prior to the SheBelieves Cup but we want to make sure that we have the right coach in place," Johnson said. The Matildas closed out the year with an emphatic 6-0 thrashing of Chinese Taipei and are set to kick off their SheBelieves Cup campaign against Japan in Houston, Texas on February 20.

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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 …

Who are the Matildas playing next? When is their next game?
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Who are the Matildas playing next? When is their next game?

ABC  

Australian women's soccer side the Matildas will kick off a series of friendly games against Brazil and Chinese Taipei this week in several locations across Australia. Australia will play: Brazil at Lang Park in Brisbane at 8pm AEST/9pm AEDT on Thursday, November 28 Brazil at Robina Stadium on the Gold Coast at 6:35pm AEST/7:35pm AEDT on December 1 Taiwan at …

Matildas to play USA, Japan, Colombia at SheBelieves Cup in February
1 month ago

Matildas to play USA, Japan, Colombia at SheBelieves Cup in February

ABC  

The next Matildas coach could experience a baptism of fire in games against Japan, the United States and Colombia in Australia's debut at the SheBelieves Cup. The Matildas lost 2-1 to the US Women's National Team to officially end their Paris Olympics campaign earlier this year, but will hope mercurial skipper Kerr is back playing by their next clash, as …

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 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 …

Victoria defends call not to bid to host Matildas matches for 2026 Women's Asian Cup
8 months ago

Victoria defends call not to bid to host Matildas matches for 2026 Women's Asian Cup

ABC  

In short: The ABC understands the Victorian government didn't make a pitch to host Matildas matches for the Asian Cup in 2026. The ABC understands the Victorian government didn't make a pitch to host Matildas matches for the Asian Cup in 2026. The Victorian government has defended its decision not to make a pitch to host Matildas matches for the …

Matildas move Olympic qualifier against Philippines to Perth Stadium due to high ticket demand
1 year, 3 months ago

Matildas move Olympic qualifier against Philippines to Perth Stadium due to high ticket demand

ABC  

The Matildas will move an Olympic qualifier to Perth Stadium to accommodate tens of thousands more fans trying to get tickets. Key points: Three Olympic qualifying matches were set to be played at Perth Rectangular Stadium The second of those games, against Philippines on October 29, will now be played at the nearby AFL stadium that holds 40,000 more fans …

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, …

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. …

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 …

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 …

Australia PM backs calls for public holiday if Matildas win FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023
1 year, 4 months ago

Australia PM backs calls for public holiday if Matildas win FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023

The Hindu  

Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Monday backed calls for a public holiday if its team wins the Women’s World Cup. This is an inspiration to young girls in particular, but also young boys.” Australia’s federal system means additional public holidays can be called individually by its states and territories, with Albanese saying the issue will be discussed with regional …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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: Australians confident in squad depth despite Sam Kerr’s injury
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Australians confident in squad depth despite Sam Kerr’s injury

The Hindu  

Having the Women’s World Cup on home soil has given Australia’s team the confidence it can contend for the title even without star striker Sam Kerr on the field. The Matildas’ struggles to replace injured defender Clare Polkinghorne during the 2019 Women’s World Cup contributed to their exit in the round of 16, their worst finish since 2003. Gustavsson’s team …

Cathy Freeman, Australia’s iconic Olympian, pays Matildas a surprise visit before Women’s World Cup
1 year, 5 months ago

Cathy Freeman, Australia’s iconic Olympian, pays Matildas a surprise visit before Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

BRISBANE, Australia — During a recent team trip to Melbourne, Tony Gustavsson, head coach of Australia’s national women’s soccer team, called a meeting. “They played about a three-minute highlight reel on YouTube of the moment of Cathy Freeman’s race,” Matildas defender Aivi Luik recounted Tuesday in Brisbane, where the Matildas are finalizing preparations for the Women’s World Cup. With the …

Matildas forward Kyah Simon is ready to embrace her 2023 Women's World Cup moment
1 year, 5 months ago

Matildas forward Kyah Simon is ready to embrace her 2023 Women's World Cup moment

ABC  

Kyah Simon's Matildas career can be defined by a handful of big moments. "My journey's been so different leading into this World Cup to every other player in this squad because I'm coming off a longer-term injury," she said. "He said to me that he's not necessarily picking a team that might be showing the best form now, but players …

With Kerr and her Matildas on home soil, Australia has high expectations for Women’s World Cup
1 year, 5 months ago

With Kerr and her Matildas on home soil, Australia has high expectations for Women’s World Cup

Associated Press  

BRISBANE, Australia — Sam Kerr’s Matildas will have more than 80,000 fans in the stadium and much of Australia watching when they get their Women’s World Cup campaign started against Ireland, making it the hottest sports ticket Down Under at a time usually dominated by men playing rugby league or Aussie rules. Australia coach Tony Gustavsson took a provisional squad …

Matildas to face world number 5 France in final friendly in Melbourne before 2023 Women's World Cup
1 year, 9 months ago

Matildas to face world number 5 France in final friendly in Melbourne before 2023 Women's World Cup

ABC  

The Matildas will complete their 2023 Women's World Cup preparations with a final "send-off" match against 2019 tournament hosts France, which is set to take place at Marvel Stadium in Melbourne on July 14. Key points: The Matildas' "send-off" game against France will be the ninth top-10 nation they have played in preparation for the 2023 Women's World Cup However, …

Matildas score late to share spoils with US women
3 years ago

Matildas score late to share spoils with US women

The Hindu  

A late goal by Kyah Simon earned Australia a fortunate 1-1 draw against the world champion United States and denied the American women a second win in the two-game series on Tuesday. Australia’s Tameka Yallop turned over possession cheaply which led to Lynn Williams threading a pass to Margaret Purce, who calmly played the ball into the path of Hatch …

Matildas to get 'world-class' football base in Melbourne's north ahead of 2023 World Cup
3 years, 7 months ago

Matildas to get 'world-class' football base in Melbourne's north ahead of 2023 World Cup

ABC  

The Victorian government will kick more than $100 million into the construction of a "state-of-the-art" football facility at Bundoora as part of next week's budget. Key points: The Matildas will use the centre as their Victorian base, spending about 140 days there each year The soccer and rugby centre is expected to be complete before the 2023 FIFA Women's World …

Matildas can be one of the best teams in the world - Gustavsson - Football News - Sportstar
4 years, 2 months ago

Matildas can be one of the best teams in the world - Gustavsson - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

The Australian women's national team has the potential to be among the best teams in the world, the team's new coach Tony Gustavsson has said. “I am extremely proud and happy to have been appointed head coach of the Westfield Matildas,” Gustavsson, who will lead Australia in two Olympic campaigns, the AFC Women's Asian Cup in 2022 and the Women's …

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