Underdogs China back themselves to knock off Matildas China will be big underdogs for their semi-final against Australia, but coach Ante Milicic thinks his players will thrive in the Optus Stadium cauldron. AAP · Mar 14
Matildas veteran regains her mojo ahead of semi-final The Matildas will take on China in Tuesday night's Women's Asian Cup semi-final in Perth, and confidence is high following a fighting win over North Korea. AAP · Mar 14
Alanna Kennedy could be the best: Matildas coach Defender Alanna Kennedy is thriving in the midfield, with her five goals at the Women's Asian Cup giving her a shot at winning the tournament's golden boot. AAP · Mar 14
I've got more to give: Kerr hopes best is still to come Australia are into the Women's Asian Cup semi-finals, and star striker Sam Kerr reckons her best is still to come despite already scoring three goals. AAP · Mar 13
Matildas make room for bigger questions over future after Asian Cup escape A narrow win over North Korea shows the Matildas aren’t done yet. Even if the balance of play suggests they should be The Guardian - AU · Mar 13
Matildas survive North Korea scare to book spot in Women’s Asian Cup semi-final Australia win 2-1 over Korea DPR in nervous tussle in Perth with goals from Kennedy and Kerr securing 2027 Women’s World Cup qualification The Guardian - AU · Mar 13
Matildas sink North Korea thanks to Kerr, Kennedy magic Australia have beaten North Korea 2-1 in a tense Women's Asian Cup quarter-final in Perth with goals from Alanna Kennedy and captain Sam Kerr.. AAP · Mar 13
Australia defeat North Korea to progress to Women’s Asian Cup final four – as it happened Alanna Kennedy and Sam Kerr score in close battle with Korea DPR with the victory also securing World Cup qualification The Guardian - AU · Mar 13
World Cup rewards on offer for Matildas in Asian Cup The Matildas will start as warm favourites for Friday night's Asian Cup quarter-final against North Korea, but Sam Kerr is wary of the tournament dark horse. AAP · Mar 12
Matildas star duo ruled out of Asian Cup quarter-final Matildas coach Joe Montemurro has joked he may have to play Sam Kerr in defence after Steph Catley was ruled out of Friday's quarter-final against North Korea. AAP · Mar 12
North Korea promise no more Asian Cup protests The spotlight will be on how North Korea's players react if a VAR decision goes against them in their quarter-final against Australia in Perth. AAP · Mar 12
North Korea’s shady tactics show Matildas must be ready for more than football Australia are no strangers to the team’s bizarre protests but they will need to keep frustrations in check in Women’s Asian Cup quarter-final The Guardian - AU · Mar 11
Bring it on: Matildas brace for physical North Korea Matildas winger Hayley Raso remains a chance to return for Friday night's Asian Cup quarter-final, but she will need to brace for a physical North Korea outfit. AAP · Mar 11
Pressure not a problem as Matildas brace for dark horse North Korea are one of the best women's football nations in Asia, but the Matildas are backing themselves to come away with victory in Friday's quarter-final. AAP · Mar 10
AAP · Mar 10 Foord frustrated as Matildas' Asian quest takes hit Caitlin Foord is blaming herself as Australia missed a golden chance to qualify for the Women's Asian Cup quarter-finals as Group A winners.
AAP · Mar 9 Matildas learn playoffs fate as China beat North Korea Chen Qiaozhu and Wang Shuang have scored crucial goals to guide China past North Korea in a fiery Women's Asian Cup showdown to snatch top spot in Group B.
AAP · Mar 8 Socceroos prove Matildas can still achieve Asian glory Matildas' boss Joe Montemurro says their Asian Cup dream remains alive after they qualified for the quarter-finals as group runners-up.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 8 Defensive frailties and missed chances put Matildas on rocky Asian Cup road Australia’s 3-3 draw with South Korea means they finish second in Group A and must travel to Perth for their quarter-final
The Guardian - AU · Mar 8 Matildas score late in see-sawing draw with South Korea as top spot slips away at Women’s Asian Cup Alanna Kennedy scores in 97th in messy clash at Stadium Australia
AAP · Mar 8 Implosion costs Matildas in draw with South Korea Australia have survived a Women's Asian Cup scare, scoring a late goal to avoid defeat in a 3-3 draw with South Korea.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 8 Australia 3-3 South Korea: Women’s Asian Cup 2026 – as it happened Alanna Kennedy scores brace as Matildas draw with South Korea
AAP · Mar 8 Grave concerns for Iranian soccer team in Australia There are fears Iranian footballers will be persecuted when they return home from the Women's Asian Cup in Australia, with the government urged to take action.
AAP · Mar 7 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.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 6 Australian government urged to protect Iran women’s players labelled ‘wartime traitors’ Footballers sing and salute anthem days after standing silent at Asian Cup as Refugee Council fears team ‘at risk if they return’ to Iran
AAP · Mar 6 Reborn Matildas warrior chasing 'fairytale ending' With her international career given a new lease of life by Joe Montemurro, Alanna Kennedy is chasing one thing as the Matildas' Asian Cup campaign heats up.