The Latest Breaking News from the Asian Cup

Socceroos boss makes call on post-World Cup future

Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has extended his contract until after the 2027 Asian Cup, in a boost ahead of Australia's World Cup campaign.

AAP · Jun 12

The Matildas’ coach wants the side to face the world’s best – so why are they playing Malawi next?

In the afterglow of the Asian Cup, Australia will begin preparations for the 2027 Women’s World Cup with a friendly series alongside three low-ranked teams

The Guardian - AU · Mar 26

How a bid for freedom by Iran’s women footballers unfolded in Australia

The furore over not singing their anthem at the Asian Cup was only the start of the drama as players weighed up a chance to seek asylum amid uncertainty about their fate back home

The Guardian - AU · Mar 10

Matildas sweat on stalwart's hamstring scans before Cup

Brisbane Roar and Matildas attacking midfielder Tameka Yallop is hoping to receive good news after suffering a hamstring injury ahead of the Asian Cup.

AAP · Dec 9, 2025

'A huge difference': Kerr plots Matildas cup glory

Matildas captain Sam Kerr is heartened by her influential outing in a win over New Zealand, but says the best should come in the Asian Cup in March.

AAP · Dec 2, 2025

Matildas captain in mix for rare outing on home soil

Matildas coach Joe Montemurro says captain Sam Kerr is in the selection mix for Tuesday night's friendly against New Zealand after battling a calf complaint.

AAP · Dec 1, 2025

Australia 5-0 New Zealand: wmen’s international friendly – as it happened

Fierce and fluid display Matildas may be ready to peak in time for the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup

The Guardian - AU · Nov 28, 2025

Every Matilda under pressure ahead of Asian Cup: Coach

Coach Joe Montemurro has sent a warning to the Matildas ahead of two important clashes against trans-Tasman rivals New Zealand.

AAP · Nov 27, 2025

Women’s Asian Cup 2026: Host, venues, format, teams and everything you need to know

With the biggest women’s football competition in Asia and Australia kicking off, will the Matildas finally win on home soil?

FourFourTwo · Nov 27, 2025

The Matildas keep soaring but the league, and players, beneath them are being left behind

The Matildas, Australia’s women’s soccer side, have become one of the nation’s most beloved teams, filling stadiums, breaking TV records and driving unprecedented growth at grassroots level.

The Conversation · Nov 20, 2025