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Stajcic treatment makes 'top coaches wary' of Matildas but 'political battle' is ongoing

Stajcic treatment makes 'top coaches wary' of Matildas but 'political battle' is ongoing

Former Matildas coach Steve Darby has given insights into the history of fighting for female coaches in Australia, while urging FFA and Australian football fans to support the next Matildas coach regardless of gender. 1 Aug 2020
Luik: My Sevilla move is an honour

Luik: My Sevilla move is an honour

Almost all of the Matildas' regular squad members have now signed for European clubs, with Aivi Luik securing a move to Spanish club Sevilla FC Femenino. 30 Jul 2020
Assessing the Matildas' Milicic era with one eye on 2023

Assessing the Matildas' Milicic era with one eye on 2023

The next three years for the Matildas are huge. 2021 brings the rescheduled Olympics, 2022 the Asian Cup, and 2023 a home World Cup. 29 Jul 2020
How the Matildas became 'strong confident women without any support'

How the Matildas became 'strong confident women without any support'

While there is evidence of women playing organised football as early as 1909 in NSW, the 24 September 1921 is widely acknowledged as the first public game of football. Over 10,000 fans saw North Brisbane beat South Brisbane 2-0 at the GABBA. 28 Jul 2020
Aloisi a favourite for Matildas role

Aloisi a favourite for Matildas role

Former Socceroo Ross Aloisi is warming as a favourite for the Matildas coaching job. 25 Jul 2020
McCormick moves to Europe

McCormick moves to Europe

Jenna McCormick has signed with top-flight Spanish Primera Iberdrola side Real Betis. 23 Jul 2020
Arsenal's Montemurro would suit Matildas: Barbieri

Arsenal's Montemurro would suit Matildas: Barbieri

Matildas great Melissa Barbieri says Australia's next coach needs to be in it for the long haul, and Arsenal coach Joe "Pep" Montemurro would suit the role. 21 Jul 2020
Currently four leading candidates for Matildas boss

Currently four leading candidates for Matildas boss

Ante Milicic's departure has the FFA on the hunt for a new coach to lead the Matildas to the 2023 World Cup, with these contenders leading the race. 19 Jul 2020
As Brock departs, Matildas trio expected to be next

As Brock departs, Matildas trio expected to be next

Experienced Matildas defender Laura Brock has become the latest Australian to sign with a European club, joining French side En Avant de Guingamp. 19 Jul 2020
Never Say Die: Incredible highlights from Matildas' history

Never Say Die: Incredible highlights from Matildas' history

Never Say Die by Fiona Crawford and Lee McGowan is a detailed and enjoyable look at the history of women’s football in Australia. 19 Jul 2020
'We would have loved Ante to stay'

'We would have loved Ante to stay'

The Football Federation of Australia has announced the official departure of Ante Milicic as head coach of the Australian senior women's national football team. 19 Jul 2020
The Matildas will 'probably' need a men's coach: Ferguson-Cook

The Matildas will 'probably' need a men's coach: Ferguson-Cook

Former Matildas ace Alicia Ferguson-Cook believes FFA may have to go back to the men's game to find a replacement for Ante Milicic as national team coach. 19 Jul 2020
Matildas veteran seals French move

Matildas veteran seals French move

Laura Brock, formerly known as Laura Alleway, has announced her move to French Division 1 side EA Guingamp. 18 Jul 2020
Gielnik makes dramatic European switch

Gielnik makes dramatic European switch

Emily Gielnik has signed with Swedish Damallsvenskan club Vittsjö GIK. 17 Jul 2020
Matildas hot seat heating up as Milicic set to join Bulls and Montemurro says no

Matildas hot seat heating up as Milicic set to join Bulls and Montemurro says no

Joe Montemurro has apparently turned down overtures from FFA to coach the Matildas as they prepare for next year’s Tokyo Olympics and the 2023 World Cup. 15 Jul 2020
Huge financial boost for Matildas and Olyroos

Huge financial boost for Matildas and Olyroos

The Australian Institute of Sport has awarded a significant grant to the Football Federation Australia to aid with preparations for the upcoming Tokyo Olympics. 14 Jul 2020
FIFA pays 400k for Matildas development

FIFA pays 400k for Matildas development

FIFA's Women’s World Cup Club Solidarity Fund has paid $387,000 to Australian clubs that have developed Matildas. 11 Jul 2020
Yet another Matilda lands England move

Yet another Matilda lands England move

West Ham United have announced the signing of Mackenzie Arnold. 10 Jul 2020
How Kate Gill earned one of Oz football's top jobs

How Kate Gill earned one of Oz football's top jobs

Kate Gill isn't just one of the greatest Matildas of all time, she now heads up the Professional Footballers Association alongside former A-League defender Beau Busch. 9 Jul 2020
Kellond-Knight's anguish: 'Looks like things can always get worse'

Kellond-Knight's anguish: 'Looks like things can always get worse'

Matildas star Elise Kellond-Knight has confirmed she's facing a lengthy stint on the sidelines after rupturing an ACL over the weekend. 9 Jul 2020
The first Matildas in Europe reflect on Australia's 'awesome' progress

The first Matildas in Europe reflect on Australia's 'awesome' progress

Two of the pioneers of Australian women playing in Europe admit they are excited to see more Aussies sign with European clubs. 9 Jul 2020