The Latest Breaking News from Matildas

Misery for Matildas as Japan claim Women's Asian Cup

The Matildas' Asian Cup campaign has ended in heartache after losing 1-0 to Japan in the final.

AAP · Mar 21

Japan 1-0 Australia: Women’s Asian Cup 2026 final - as it happened

A first-half wonder goal from Maika Hamano was enough for Japan to win the Women’s Asian Cup final against Australia

The Guardian - AU · Mar 21

Ex-Matilda at heart of Japan's global domination plan

Leah Blayney is the ex-Matilda hoping to kickstart a new era of global domination for Japan as they head into an Asian Cup final clash with Australia.

AAP · Mar 20

Record crowds, empty seats and the Matildas in a dream final: has the Women’s Asian Cup been a success?

Tournament organisers point to strong TV audiences and reaching a wider range of fans even as Australia have failed to sell out matches on home soil

The Guardian - AU · Mar 19

On-song North Korea seal long-awaited World Cup return

A hat-trick from Hong Song-Ok in a dominant 4-0 defeat of Taiwan has ensured North Korea will return to the World Cup despite their early Asian Cup exit.

AAP · Mar 19

Japan’s ruthless streak poses fresh challenge for rising Matildas in Women’s Asian Cup final

The world No 6 team have scored 28 goals and conceded just one, starting Saturday’s final against hosts Australia as clear favourites

The Guardian - AU · Mar 19

Beating Japan is not 'mission impossible': Catley

Steph Catley knows the Matildas face a tough Japanese opponent in the Asian Cup final, but believes Australia's defence will be up to the task.

AAP · Mar 19

Why Asian Cup rival can't get enough of this Matilda

Mary Fowler's admirers stretch beyond Australia, with even Japan coach Nils Nielsen admitting there's a special place in his heart for the Matildas star.

AAP · Mar 18

Japan down Korea, set up Asian Cup final with Australia

Japan will meet Australia in the final of the Women's Asian Cup after smashing South Korea 4-1 in Sydney.

AAP · Mar 18

Why Sam Kerr could barely celebrate win over China

Matildas captain Sam Kerr has already scored four goals for the tournament, and she hopes more will come in Saturday night's Women's Asian Cup final.

AAP · Mar 17