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Opinion: Why not a World Cup?

Opinion: Why not a World Cup?

The AIG Women’s Open sits as one of the great events on the calendar each year. This year that is heightened by the venue, Walton Heath, one of the great English heathland courses no longer able to contain the bash and dash of the men’s game. 9 Aug 2023
Perfect Lionesses: England's flawless World Cup start punctuated by a sublime attacking display

Perfect Lionesses: England's flawless World Cup start punctuated by a sublime attacking display

England has ended their group stage exploits at the 2023 Women's World Cup on a resounding high, thrashing China 6-1 and topping Group D. 1 Aug 2023
How Morocco refound their confidence for a historic World Cup win

How Morocco refound their confidence for a historic World Cup win

On the back of blood, sweat, and tears, Morocco has claimed an emotional maiden World Cup win over South Korea in Adelaide. 30 Jul 2023
With all eyes on Marta, a World Cup debutant stole the show for Brazil

With all eyes on Marta, a World Cup debutant stole the show for Brazil

As they headed to Adelaide for their opening game at the FIFA Women’s World Cup, all the talk surrounding Brazil centred around their star player Marta and whether she could claim the coveted trophy at the sixth time of asking. 24 Jul 2023
World Cup favourites England have one gaping question left to answer

World Cup favourites England have one gaping question left to answer

European champions England head into the Women's World Cup as strong contenders to deny the USA a third straight title. 16 Jul 2023
Postecoglou gives advice to Matildas before World Cup

Postecoglou gives advice to Matildas before World Cup

Former Socceroos boss and Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou has urged the Matildas to "go hard" and "create history" in their home Women's World Cup tilt. 12 Jul 2023
Kyah Simon named in Matildas' World Cup squad

Kyah Simon named in Matildas' World Cup squad

The Matildas have named veteran striker Kyah Simon in their 23-player Women's World Cup squad just nine months after she tore her ACL. 3 Jul 2023
'Oh my gosh': The seven crucial Matildas that could miss the World Cup

'Oh my gosh': The seven crucial Matildas that could miss the World Cup

The Matildas have several players under injury clouds ahead of Tony Gustavsson naming his final 23-player squad for the Women's World Cup on home soil. 2 Jul 2023
Khawaja’s century leads Australia’s strong start

Khawaja’s century leads Australia’s strong start

Australia 4-255 after Usman Khawaja bats through the first day 10 Mar 2023
'Completely devastated': Matildas star out of World Cup after another devastating injury

'Completely devastated': Matildas star out of World Cup after another devastating injury

Melbourne Victory have announced midfielder Elise Kellond-Knight has ruptured an Achilles tendon, ending her A-League Women season. 4 Mar 2023
Australia secure 9 wicket win

Australia secure 9 wicket win

Australia earn their place in World Test Championship Final with a comprehensive victory 4 Mar 2023
'It's such a unique year': Good signs bode for World Cup crowds despite USA rout

'It's such a unique year': Good signs bode for World Cup crowds despite USA rout

The United States have shown their ruthless side in Wellington, beating the Football Ferns 4-0 as they tune up for the Women's World Cup in July. 18 Jan 2023
'It's sad': The mysterious end of New Zealand's greatest ever player

'It's sad': The mysterious end of New Zealand's greatest ever player

New Zealand will miss one of its best players when it co-hosts the Women's World Cup in July, with ex-captain Abby Erceg retiring from international football. 18 Jan 2023
Here we go again: Socceroos back on World Cup trail in October

Here we go again: Socceroos back on World Cup trail in October

With the dust barely settled on the Socceroos’ miraculous World Cup run, the national team will begin a marathon 16-match automatic qualification quest for next edition of the global showpiece in just 10 months time. 3 Jan 2023
The World Cup is a reminder that history's most talented Socceroo has Australia's most complicated legacy

The World Cup is a reminder that history's most talented Socceroo has Australia's most complicated legacy

Kewell’s unprecedented talent dared Australia to dream before revealing the harrowing nightmares football can entail. History’s most talented Socceroo has the nation’s most complicated legacy. 22 Dec 2022
As Socceroos bow out to world's greatest male, the world's greatest female steps up

As Socceroos bow out to world's greatest male, the world's greatest female steps up

Sam Kerr has scored for Chelsea as they retained their lead in the Women's Super League with an 8-0 mauling of bottom club Leicester. 4 Dec 2022
'Doesn't look like a 16-year-old': City coach will be 'upset' if A-League sensation doesn't make World Cup

'Doesn't look like a 16-year-old': City coach will be 'upset' if A-League sensation doesn't make World Cup

Melbourne City have started their season with two wins on the bounce, with youngsters Bryleeh Henry and Daniela Galic impressing in a 3-0 win over Brisbane. 3 Dec 2022
Socceroos credit success to god, 'the universe' and COVID-19

Socceroos credit success to god, 'the universe' and COVID-19

Coach Graham Arnold says the COVID pandemic created an unbreakable bond of mateship in his Socceroos, who play Argentina in a round of 16 game at the World Cup. 3 Dec 2022
Socceroos coach's harsh shot at team: 'It's not about them, they've got to be honest'

Socceroos coach's harsh shot at team: 'It's not about them, they've got to be honest'

Australia's coach Graham Arnold is demanding honesty from his players about their fitness as they prepare to meet Argentina in the last 16 at the World Cup. 2 Dec 2022
Socceroos take digs at rugby fans: 'Were the pubs like that?'

Socceroos take digs at rugby fans: 'Were the pubs like that?'

The Socceroos are tapping into wild scenes of jubilation after their World Cup wins as more inspiration for their knockout clash with Argentina. 2 Dec 2022
Argentina fans trying to organise 'somewhere safe' to watch Socceroos match

Argentina fans trying to organise 'somewhere safe' to watch Socceroos match

Australia's Argentinian community hope their team can beat their adopted homeland when the South American giants face the Socceroos on Sunday morning. 2 Dec 2022