Toone and England braced for Australia revenge mission after World Cup heartache Ella Toone has said she expects Australia to treat Tuesday’s game against England as a revenge mission The Guardian - UK · Oct 27, 2025
Sam Kerr back but without much of a bang after 725-day Australia absence The Chelsea striker worked hard but failed to score in her first game for the Matildas since sustaining a knee injury The Guardian - UK · Oct 25, 2025
'Would be a dream come true': Sam Kerr's big ambition Sam Kerr is back with the Matildas and ready to start taking big steps towards a dream of lifting silverware with the current group of players. AAP · Oct 24, 2025
Sam Kerr reveals ‘dark’ days during extended recovery from knee injury A problem with the surgical graft that repaired the knee of the Matildas striker went undiscovered for 10 months and left her in pain The Guardian - AU · Oct 24, 2025
Sam Kerr is finally back. Her return cannot come soon enough for Matildas In the absence of their talisman, Australia have taken more steps back than forward and her presence in the squad this week is timely just four months out from the Asian Cup The Guardian - AU · Oct 22, 2025
Game time shortage could be making of Matildas gun Matildas midfielder Kyra Cooney-Cross has battled for game time at Arsenal, but Australia coach Joe Montemurro says it won't necessarily be a setback. AAP · Oct 20, 2025
Why Matildas coach backs Kerr return to be a hit Sam Kerr will return to the Matildas fold off the back of limited minutes at Chelsea but coach Joe Montemurro is confident she will shine. AAP · Oct 20, 2025
Women’s World Cup heroes Sam Kerr and Cortnee Vine return to Matildas squad for friendlies Stalwarts Katrina Gorry, Steph Catley and Caitlin Foord also back as Joe Montemurro names experienced 24-player squad for his second camp in charge The Guardian - AU · Oct 10, 2025
Matildas confirm Kerr's return, Vine and Gorry back Sam Kerr has returned to the Matildas for upcoming friendlies against Wales and England, with Cortnee Vine and Katrina Gorry also bolstering the squad. AAP · Oct 10, 2025
Matildas coach's bold ideas to boost A-League Women Matildas coach Joe Montemurro believes allowing investment solely in A-League Women clubs could help open the door to making it fully professional. AAP · Oct 8, 2025
Kerr back in European action but draws blank again Sam Kerr has returned to European action for the first time since her injury layoff but couldn't find the net for Chelsea in their 1-1 draw in the Netherlands. AAP · Oct 8, 2025
Matildas set for huge Kerr boost in key Asian Cup prep A long-awaited international comeback for Sam Kerr looms while Matildas coach Joe Montemurro is excited by Mary Fowler's progress in her return from injury. AAP · Oct 8, 2025
Matildas locked in for blockbuster overseas friendly The Matildas will continue their preparations for the Women's Asian Cup with a friendly match against one of the biggest nations in women's football. AAP · Sep 12, 2025
Matildas opponent revealed as preparations ramp up The Matildas will face Wales for the first time when the two nations lock horns in Cardiff on October 25, but will Sam Kerr be able to play? AAP · Aug 8, 2025
AAP · Jul 29, 2025 Injured Matildas 'X-factor' set for Asian Cup return Matildas star Mary Fowler is on track to make her comeback from a knee reconstruction in time for the 2026 Women's Asian Cup alongside captain Sam Kerr.
AAP · Jul 28, 2025 Matildas to face South Korea in Asian Cup group stage Hosts Australia have been grouped with continental heavyweights South Korea in the 2026 Women's Asian Cup.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 28, 2025 Matildas hope to avoid potential pitfalls at Women’s Asian Cup draw Tournament hosts Australia will avoid AFC heavyweights Japan and North Korea in the group stage but other tricky opponents await
AAP · Jul 8, 2025 We have more work to do: Matildas get wake-up call The Matildas were lucky to escape with a 3-2 win over world No.56 Panama on Tuesday night, and coach Joe Montemurro knows he has plenty of work ahead of him.
AAP · Jul 8, 2025 Heyman, Grant to the rescue as Matildas beat Panama Veteran striker Michelle Heyman has scored a double before defender Charli Grant popped up for the winner in the Matildas' 3-2 win over Panama.
AAP · Jul 7, 2025 More changes as Matildas aim to rebound from shock loss The Matildas suffered a shock 1-0 loss to world No.56 Panama on Saturday but have the chance to gain revenge in Tuesday night's rematch in Perth.
AAP · Jul 5, 2025 No panic despite Matildas' loss to world No.56 Panama The world No.15 Matildas have suffered their first loss under new coach Joe Montemurro after slumping to a 1-0 defeat to Panama in windy conditions in Bunbury.
AAP · Jun 29, 2025 Kennedy excited for Matildas midfield under Montemurro Veteran defender Alanna Kennedy has put her hand up for more chances in the Matildas' midfield after being used there by new coach Joe Montemurro.
AAP · Jun 28, 2025 Be bold and brave: Montemurro gives Matildas wings The Matildas were error-riddled and stagnant at times during their 3-0 win over Slovenia, but it was an important first step in the Joe Montemurro era.
AAP · Jun 26, 2025 Error-riddled Matildas not a concern: Montemurro Slovenia have unleashed a whopping 20 shots in Joe Montemurro's first game in charge of the Matildas, but Australia still escaped with a 3-0 win.
AAP · Jun 26, 2025 McNamara ends goal drought to help save sloppy Matildas Holly McNamara has broken her international goal drought to help lead the Matildas to a 3-0 win over Slovenia at HBF Park.