The Latest Breaking News from Matildas

Matildas' Kaitlyn Torpey Making Waves In NWSL Ahead Of Olympics

Learn about Kaitlyn Torpey's journey in the NWSL and Matildas as she prepares for the Olympics amidst challenges and rigorous training.

Top News · Jul 18, 2024

Foord sits out Matildas' pre-Games loss to Canada

The Matildas fell to a 2-1 loss to reigning Olympic champions Canada in Spain in their final match before their Paris Games campaign.

AAP · Jul 14, 2024

Injury concerns mount as Matildas fall to late Canada strike in final Olympics tune-up

Sharn Freier scored the opener but Australia lost 2-1 to the reigning Olympic champions in Marbella with Caitlin Foord a notable injury absentee

The Guardian - AU · Jul 13, 2024

Matilda signs for leading US club Portland Thorns

Matildas goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold will join US club Portland Thorns after the Paris Olympics on a deal that could run until the end of 2027.

AAP · Jul 10, 2024

Matildas Catley and Torpey out of pre-Olympics friendly

Matildas captain Steph Catley and defender Kaitlyn Torpey are both battling injuries ahead of the Olympics and won't play Australia's friendly against Canada.

AAP · Jul 10, 2024

Hardened Matildas primed for Olympic medal hunt

Defender Ellie Carpenter says the Matildas know what to expect now in the Olympics football tournament and they are ready to hunt an elusive medal.

AAP · Jul 9, 2024

Fit-again Matildas star Gorry ready to fire in Paris

Matildas midfielder Katrina Gorry has recovered from ankle surgery and is ready to shine at the Paris Olympics, with her young family along for the ride.

AAP · Jul 8, 2024

'It felt like a do-or-die moment': Clare Wheeler's journey to an Olympics

'She's tough. She's physically tough and she's mentally tough.'

Newcastle Herald · Jul 6, 2024

Matildas waltz into pre-Paris friendly fire with Canada

A friendly match against Canada will serve as an analysis opportunity for Australia's Matildas ahead of their Paris 2024 Olympic campaign.

AAP · Jul 2, 2024

Does sports participation boom during (or before, or after) the Olympics?

Hosting a major sporting event like the Olympic and Paralympic Games can deliver benefits to the host country, such as improved infrastructure (new sport facilities, better public transport, greater accessibility for people with disabilities), increased employment and tourism, environmental benefits and greater national pride.

The Conversation · Jul 1, 2024