Fab Fowler strikes for WSL champs as Matildas shine Mary Fowler has scored a beauty for champions Manchester City again as fellow Matildas Ellie Carpenter and Holly McNamara also shone in England. AAP · Sep 13
Matildas star makes Arsenal return after family tragedy Matildas midfielder Kyra Cooney-Cross played her first game since March after taking time off to be with her mother, who passed away from terminal cancer. AAP · Aug 24
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
European reign for Arsenal's Matildas ends in Lyon Arsenal's three Matildas, who enjoyed their finest club moment with a Champions League triumph last season, have been dethroned as queens of European soccer. AAP · May 2
Foord shines as Arsenal home in on more Euro glory Arsenal's Matildas are scenting more Champions League glory after the holders beat Lyonnes 2-1 in the first leg of their semi-final at the Emirates Stadium. AAP · Apr 26
Cooney-Cross to miss rest of season for Arsenal Kyra Cooney-Cross won't play for Arsenal again this season as she stays in Australia to be with her sick mum, but Caitlin Foord is back firing for the Gunners. AAP · Mar 28
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 The Guardian - AU · Mar 21
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 · Mar 17
Australia book spot in Asian Cup decider – as it happened Much improved hosts hold off defending champions in Perth to make their fifth major tournament final The Guardian - AU · Mar 17
Fowler door opens amid Matildas star's concussion fate Hayley Raso will watch Australia's Women's Asian Cup clash with South Korea from the sidelines after failing to finish their win over Iran. AAP · Mar 7
Matildas drop 'keeper hint as star firms for return Goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold could be left out of the Matildas' clash with Iran as midfielder Kyran Cooney-Cross prepares to return to national team action. AAP · Mar 4
Matildas full of mysteries ahead of Asian Cup opener Mystery surrounds the availability of Mackenzie Arnold and Kyra Cooney-Cross for Australia's Asian Cup opener while another player has been ruled out. AAP · Feb 28
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 · Feb 24
'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 · Feb 18
The Guardian - AU · Feb 18 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
AAP · Feb 1 'Really cool': Gunners' Matildas help conquer the world Matildas trio Caitlin Foord, Steph Catley and Kyra Cooney-Cross have enjoyed the perfect Asian Cup warm-up as they helped Arsenal become world champions.
AAP · Jan 27 Matildas Arsenal trio bid to become world champions History beckons for Aussie trio Caitlin Foord, Steph Catley and Kyra Cooney-Cross as Arsenal seek to become the first club to become women's world champions.
AAP · Jan 22 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 · Jan 10 'Football family's with you': Arsenal emotion for Kyra Fans and players from Arsenal, as well as their Man Utd opponents, have paid emotional tributes to Matildas ace Kyra Cooney-Cross amid her family plight.
AAP · Jan 8 Matildas' WSL star jets home to be with stricken mother Arsenal's Australia international Kyra Cooney-Cross has flown back to Australia to be with her mother, who has been diagnosed with stage-four cancer.
AAP · Dec 18, 2025 Kerr heroics send Chelsea into Champions League QF Chelsea are into the quarter-finals of the Women's Champions League after Matildas captain Sam Kerr scored the winner in a comeback 2-1 victory over Wolfsburg.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 28, 2025 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
AAP · Nov 28, 2025 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.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 16, 2025 Tottenham 0-0 Arsenal: Women’s Super League – as it happened Tottenham’s defence nullified Arsenal, who struggled to break down their north London rivals
AAP · Nov 13, 2025 Cooney-Cross up for 'Marta' award after wonder goal Matildas ace Kyra Cooney-Cross is up for the FIFA 'Marta' award for the best goal by a woman player last season after her stunning effort against Germany.