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'We can handle pressure'
Matildas co-captain Clare Polkinghorne doesn’t believe external pressure played a part in Australia’s floundering start to the 2016 Rio Olympics.
11 Aug 2016
EKK ready for Brazilian crowd
Matildas defensive midfielder Elise Kellond-Knight is relishing the opportunity to play against Brazil in the quarter-finals of the 2016 Rio Olympics in a packed Mineirao stadium at Belo Horizonte on Saturday (AEST).
11 Aug 2016
Matildas still full of belief
Matildas co-captain Clare Polkinghorne says the side hasn't lost any belief despite the first-up loss to Canada and is determined to turn their Rio Olympics campaign around with a win against powerhouse Germany.
6 Aug 2016
Meet the Matildas: Defenders
In the case of the Matildas defence, not only can they save a game but also they can win the game.
27 Jul 2016
Clare Polkinghorne and the Matildas ready to shine in Rio
The Olympics is a family favourite for many households around Australia but Rio 2016 will be extra special for Matildas’ and Brisbane Roar captain Clare Polkinghorne’s fmaily.
23 Jul 2016
Australia hammers Vietnam 9-0
Australia claimed their second win in the 2016 AFC Women's Olympic qualifiers with a 9-0 demolition of Vietnam at Yanmar Stadium Nagai in Osaka, Japan.
2 Mar 2016
Captain's Blog | Clare Polkinghorne: We are ready
Since our quarterfinal exit from the World Cup in July 2015 our attention has been on this upcoming tournament, the Olympic qualifiers.
28 Feb 2016
Brisbane Roar move one step closer to last finals spot
It seemed as though it was going to be a tough match for the girls in orange but you could see their focus was firmly set on getting the job done.
12 Jan 2016
Brisbane Roar defeat Sydney FC, win back into finals race
They say when life hands you lemons, you get pumped 3-0.
22 Dec 2015
Clare Polkinghorne and Lisa De Vanna named Matildas co-captains
Defender Clare Polkinghorne and forward Lisa De Vanna were named the Matildas co-captains for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2015.
18 May 2015
Australia and New Zealand renew trans-Tasman rivalry
Australia takes on hosts New Zealand at Bill McKinlay Park in their second and final match of the tri-nations series in Auckland.
12 Feb 2015
Australia defeat DPR Korea 2-1 for first win of 2015
Photo Credit: Brenda Kerr
10 Feb 2015
Round 2 Preview: Brisbane Roar v Sydney FC
Heavyweights Brisbane Roar and Sydney FC do battle at QSAC in Round 2 of the W-League.
21 Sep 2014
Aussies Abroad Wrap: 22 – 28 July 2014
Here is your Aussies Abroad Wrap for 22 – 28 July 2014.
30 Jul 2014
Aussies Abroad Wrap: 15 – 21 July 2014
Here is your Aussies Abroad Wrap for 15 – 21 July 2014.
21 Jul 2014
Aussies Abroad Wrap: 8 - 14 July 2014
Here is the Aussies Abroad wrap for 8 – 14 July 2014
15 Jul 2014
Clare Polkinghorne signs with INAC Kobe
Brisbane Roar captain and Matildas co-captain Clare Polkinghorne has signed with Japanese Nadeshiko League side INAC Kobe Leonessa.
18 Jun 2014
New year, new faces for the Matildas
PHOTO: A new feel to the Matildas squad for Cyprus
3 Mar 2014
7. Star Performers of 2013
Polkinghorne with Hesterine de Reus
31 Dec 2013
Canberra United ambush Brisbane Roar
The Brisbane Roar season opener against Canberra United saw a comprehensive win, but not for the team expected to win.
12 Nov 2013
Clare Polkinghorne leads nominees for Football Media Association award
The Football Media Association have named their nominees for the International Player of the Year (Women) with Matildas co-captain Clare Polkinghorne leading the five player shortlist.
7 Nov 2013
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