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Matildas keep eyes on World Cup prep after Fowler blow

The Matildas have been dealt a setback in their Women's World Cup preparation, but Holly McNamara says there's no time to waste mulling over a missing star.

AAP · 22h ago

Matildas coach gives stark warning to ALW players

Joe Montemurro has explained why selecting overseas talent over A-League Women's players is more enticing for the Matildas mentor.

AAP · Sep 24

Arsenal star 'in good space' despite Matildas omission

With the FIFA Women's World Cup less than a year away, coach Joe Montemurro has unveiled his Matildas squad ahead of two stern tests against Germany and Haiti.

AAP · Sep 24

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Why Matildas had to decline clash with world superpower

The Matildas were set to face one of the superpowers of women's football in the run towards next year's World Cup but a scheduling clash has forced a change.

AAP · Aug 18

Matildas lock in European friendly ahead of World Cup

The Matildas are getting closer to next year's Women's World Cup and have secured an important friendly match for their preparation.

AAP · Jul 29

SOC:'Now we know': Matildas boss on Mexican lessons

Matildas coach Joe Montemurro says he learnt valuable lessons for next year's World Cup in the two friendlies against Mexico.

AAP · Jun 9

'Now we know': Matildas boss on Mexican lessons

Matildas coach Joe Montemurro says he learnt valuable lessons for next year's World Cup in the two friendlies against Mexico.

AAP · Jun 9

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Australia 3-1 Mexico: Matildas win women’s international football friendly – as it happened

Caitlin Foord ended her 150th match with a goal as Australia defeated the visitors 3-1 in a much improved performance

The Guardian - AU · Jun 9

Matildas want polish, response after Mexican surprise

The Matildas will attempt to adapt to Mexico's unusual tactics, and covert their opportunities, in their Sydney rematch.

AAP · Jun 8

SPO:Matildas stunned on home soil in upset loss to Mexico

The Matildas have suffered a shock defeat to Mexico on home soil, with a candid Joe Montemurro pinning the blame on poor decision-making.

AAP · Jun 6

Matildas' secret weapon unveiled ahead of Mexico clash

The Matildas insist Mexico are a team much harder to beat than the FIFA rankings suggest in the lead-up to their first friendly in Newcastle on Saturday.

AAP · Jun 5

Big guns return as Matildas call up teen goalkeeper

Mary Fowler, Ellie Carpenter and Steph Catley are back in the Matildas' squad for games against Mexico, while a teenager has been called up.

AAP · May 20

Yallop eyeing Matildas return after injury heartbreak

Midfielder Tameka Yallop is looking to use Brisbane Roar's finals campaign as a springboard to make the Matildas' 2027 World Cup squad .

AAP · Apr 20

75 not out for Kerr as Matildas win despite 'lost' goal

The Matildas have completed a victorious FIFA Series trip to Africa, beating Kenya 2-0 in a testing final, fired by Sam Kerr's 75th international goal.

AAP · Apr 15

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AAP · Apr 12

Matildas awake 'sleeping giant' in African adventure

The Matildas have quickly got back into their stride after their Asian Cup let-down, with coach Joe Montemurro sure they're helping grow soccer in Africa.

The Guardian - AU · Apr 2

No more Matildas or Socceroos blockbuster matches if top teams won’t make the trip

The pressure is on Football Australia to sustain interest in the national sides but luring elite opposition to play friendlies at home is ‘bloody difficult’

The Guardian - AU · Apr 2

Matildas stars return to squad for friendlies as Joe Montemurro builds to 2027 World Cup

Sam Kerr and Caitlin Foord named as Mary Fowler rested after Asian Cup with Australia to play 153rd-ranked Malawi followed by India or Kenya

AAP · Apr 2

Fowler, Carpenter missing from Matildas squad

Mary Fowler and Ellie Carpenter will be among the big names missing when the Matildas take on some lowly ranked opponents in Africa this month.

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The Guardian - AU · Mar 26

The Matildas’ coach wants the side to face the world’s best – so why are they playing Malawi next?

In the afterglow of the Asian Cup, Australia will begin preparations for the 2027 Women’s World Cup with a friendly series alongside three low-ranked teams

AAP · Mar 24

FA defends Matildas' friendly meetings with minnows

The Matildas will play African minnows Malawi in their first fixtures after their Women's Asian Cup loss as they look towards next year's World Cup.

The Guardian - AU · Mar 22

The Matildas’ near misses sting but their Asian Cup final suggests this great team are not done

There was talk of this being a last hurrah at home for a golden generation of Matildas. But their performance showed a glimmer of something else

AAP · Mar 22

Matildas rally behind Foord as Kerr faces club limbo

While Sam Kerr's club future is in limbo, the Matildas have thrown their support around Caitlin Foord after a forgetful night in their Asian Cup final loss.

AAP · Mar 21

The end? Coach feels Matildas era has only just begun

Joe Montemurro wants the Matildas to use their Women's Asian Cup final loss to Japan as a springboard to more success.

AAP · Mar 21

Kennedy's 'sad' admission as Matildas fall short

Alanna Kennedy is adamant the Matildas can lick their wounds from their Asian Cup final defeat and rebound at next year's World Cup.

The Guardian - AU · Mar 21

Matildas suffer heartbreak as Japan stunner wins third Women’s Asian Cup crown

Australia fall short despite multiple attempts on goal as Maika Hamano’s shot from outside the box proves the difference in Japan’s 1-0 victory in Sydney

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