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Golden generation still glitters as veterans kickstart misfiring Matildas

Goals from Caitlin Foord and Sam Kerr helped see off China and showed that they can take Australia to Asian Cup glory

The Guardian - AU

Kerr and Foord propel improved Matildas past China to Women’s Asian Cup final

Plucky Australia beat defending champions 2-1 and will face either Japan or South Korea in Saturday decider

The Guardian - AU

Kerr brilliance sinks China 2-1 in Asian Cup semi-final

Caitlin Foord and Sam Kerr have scored either side of half-time as the Matildas beat China 2-1 to set up an Asian Cup final against either South Korea or Japan.

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Australia defeat North Korea to progress to Women’s Asian Cup final four – as it happened

Alanna Kennedy and Sam Kerr score in close battle with Korea DPR with the victory also securing World Cup qualification

The Guardian - AU

How the menstrual cycle can make or break an athlete’s performance

As soccer’s Women’s Asian Cup continues in Australia, much analysis will inevitably focus on the physical: the speed of Mary Fowler, the power of Sarina Bolden, the endurance of Yui Hasegawa and Ellie Carpenter.

The Conversation

Australia defeat Philippines 1-0 in Group A opener – as it happened

Captain Sam Kerr scores in 14th minutes as hosts hold on against dogged Filipinas for an important win to start their tournament

The Guardian - AU

Philippines aim to annoy and beat their Matildas idols

The Philippines are big underdogs, but coach Mark Torcaso is backing his girls to beat some of their idols in Sunday's match against the Matildas.

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From Women’s World Cup euphoria to Olympic despair: how did the Matildas get here?

The 2023 tournament was a defining moment in Australian football but there have been more troughs than peaks on the way to a home Asian Cup

The Guardian - AU

Women’s Asian Cup 2026: complete guide to all 26 Matildas players

Everything you need to know about every Australian squad member in the football tournament hosted by Sydney, Perth and Gold Coast

The Guardian - AU

Kerr and Fowler boost for Matildas before Asian Cup

Sam Kerr has found her goalscoring touch and Mary Fowler was back in business in a double boost for the Matildas before the Women's Asian Cup.

AAP

'Buzz in the air': Matildas settle Asian Cup squad

Matildas coach Joe Montemurro is dismissing any concern about a star player's limited preparation for the looming Asian Cup.

AAP

Matildas gamble on Mary Fowler’s fitness as Women’s Asian Cup squad named

Sam Kerr among 26 players selected but injured Charli Grant misses out while Australia open the tournament against Philippines in Perth on 1 March

The Guardian - AU

Matildas duo one step closer to English cup silverware

Matildas and Chelsea teammates Sam Kerr and Ellie Carpenter are a win away from lifting another trophy, but there was cup heartbreak for Arsenal's Aussie trio.

AAP

West Ham’s Guarino endures tough start as Baltimore double seals Chelsea rout

Rita Guarino saw her West Ham side concede four first-half goals in her first match in charge as Chelsea won 5-0 in the Women’s Super League

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Matildas on course for Women's Champions League clash

Chelsea's Sam Kerr and Ellie Carpenter versus Arsenal's Steph Catley, Caitlin Foord and Kyra Cooney-Cross may well headline the Champions League quarter-finals.

AAP

Kerr's Chelsea targeted for Australian friendly

Sam Kerr and Women's Super League heavyweights Chelsea are in talks over playing a friendly match against the A-League Women All Stars.

The Guardian - AU

Matildas sweep New Zealand in Adelaide as Sam Kerr makes long-awaited return

Goals from Alanna Kennedy and Hayley Raso seal win as superstar’s comeback brightens tough year for Australia

The Guardian - AU

High-fives all round for the Matildas as they crush New Zealand in friendly

Goals from Amy Sayer and Hayley Raso set up 5-0 win as Australia boost confidence ahead of Asian Cup showpiece

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Matildas belt NZ for biggest win under Montemurro

The Matildas have registered a huge win over New Zealand in their penultimate game before next year's home Asian Cup.

AAP

Matildas star bosses Barcelona in Champions League draw

Australian defender Ellie Carpenter has fired home a remarkable goal to help Chelsea end a three-game losing streak to Champions League rivals Barcelona.

Evening Standard

Women's Champions League: Ellie Carpenter on target as Chelsea held by Barcelona

Blues had lost last three games against Catalan opponents

The Independent UK

Chelsea held to Champions League draw against Barcelona

Chelsea 1-1 Barcelona: Sonia Bompastor’s side took the lead before Ewa Pajor equalised

The Guardian - UK

Barcelona peg back Chelsea before TV blackout delay to reach WCL summit

The spoils were as Ewa Pajor cancelled out Ellie Carpenter’s opener to give Barcelona a 1-1 draw with Chelsea in the Women’s Champions League

AAP

Kerr celebrates Blues start with Champions League brace

Matildas captain Sam Kerr has scored a Champions League brace to mark her first Chelsea start since December 2023, and she is ready for more.

AAP

'She made an impact': Chelsea boss delight for Sam Kerr

Super striker Sam Kerr's first goal of the season at Stamford Bridge has left her Chelsea boss Sonia Bompastor thrilled for the reinvigorated Matildas skipper.

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