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Why the Cup of Nations is the Matildas' most important 'dress rehearsal' for the 2023 Women's World Cup

With three games in seven days, the Cup of Nations is the Matildas' last chance to rehearse the format of the World Cup group stage. But there's more to it than that, writes Samantha Lewis.

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Matildas primed for World Cup dress rehearsal

They play Czech Republic on Thursday night.

Newcastle Herald

Gustavsson readies Matildas for WC dress rehearsal

Tony Gustavsson wants the Matildas to play their Cup of Nations opener against Czechia as if it were the opening group game of this year's World Cup.

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After a roller-coaster 12 months, Matildas and Sydney FC winger Cortnee Vine is still catching up to herself

The Sydney FC forward opens up about impostor syndrome, falling out of (and back in) love with football, her geeky hobby, and Sam Kerr’s "elite" lessons.

ABC News

Foord, Matildas brace for World Cup test run at home

As the Cup of Nations looms, the Matildas have begun feeling the pressure of an international tournament on home soil.

AAP

Matildas' Nevin follows the Souttar trail at Leicester

Australian international Courtney Nevin has celebrated her 21st birthday by assisting on Leicester's crucial winning goal in the Women's Super League.

AAP

Brisbane Roar, Melbourne Victory draw in ALW furnace

The coaches of Brisbane Roar and Melbourne Victory have hit out at the 2pm kick-off time in extreme heat after their sides fought out an A-League Women draw.

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Hunt's Matildas call shows ALW Wanderers on the up

Clare Hunt leaves for Matildas camp next week but first she will try to help her Western Sydney side overcome a resurgent Wellington in the A-League Women.

AAP

Surprise as Sam Kerr misses out as FIFA Best finalist

Sam Kerr has, surprisingly, been overlooked as one of the three finalists for FIFA's best woman player following her stellar 2022 with Chelsea and Australia.

AAP

Why Emily van Egmond is feeling refreshed ahead of this month's Cup of Nations

Newcastle is one of the tournament stops for the Matildas.

Newcastle Herald

How the NSW Football Legacy Fund is helping grow the game for girls

Merewether are among a number of clubs reaping the benefits.

Newcastle Herald

Ellie Carpenter gives Matildas World Cup boost with return from injury

Ellie Carpenter says she is ‘grateful’ to be back in action after returning to competitive football eight months after rupturing her ACL

The Guardian - AU

Matildas star Carpenter back after eight months out

Ellie Carpenter, one of the Matildas' key players with the World Cup in sight, has made a timely return to action with Lyon after an eight-month injury lay-off.

AAP

Matildas defender Ellie Carpenter returns to action with Lyon in boost to 2023 Women's World Cup hopes

Carpenter tore her ACL last May and was up against the clock to return to fitness for this year's World Cup on home soil.

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February streaming guide: Black Panther, Kings Cross ‘royalty’, V-Day romcoms and Star Trek too

Oscar-nominated movies, original and renewed TV series, Valentine's Day rom-coms and the premiere of Last King of the Cross

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Matilda Logarzo sidelined again for Western United

Matildas star Chloe Logarzo is battling a foot injury and will miss Western United's A-League Women home clash with Perth Glory.

ABC News

Football Australia awaiting clarity around reported 2023 Women's World Cup sponsorship agreement with Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia's reported sponsorship of the 2023 Women's World Cup soccer tournament came as a shock to Football Australia, as it is still waiting for clarity from FIFA.

AAP

Saudi sponsorship issue dodged as Matildas squad named

The upcoming Cup of Nations will be the Matildas' test run for the World Cup, with Visit Saudi's sponsorship of the tournament looming as a hot topic.

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The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: Saudis to sponsor Australia’s World Cup, bail prisoner numbers soar, Adani fortune slides

Saudi Arabia’s tourist board to sponsor women’s tournament in Australia; unsentenced people in jail rises 120% in decade; Walter Sofronoff to lead ACT police probe

The Independent UK

Australia’s Women’s World Cup opening game moved to bigger venue

Australia had been due to play Ireland at Sydney’s Allianz Stadium

AAP

ALW's City wary of 'desperate' Adelaide

Melbourne City are sitting second on the A-League Women ladder but are not taking fifth-placed Adelaide United lightly ahead of Sunday's clash.

AAP

Sydney attack hit Victory for six in ALW

Sydney FC remain firmly in touch with the A-League Women premiership plate race after delivering a statement 6-3 thrashing of Melbourne Victory.

AAP

Matildas on song in women's League Cup

Matildas Hayley Raso, Mary Fowler, Sam Kerr and Mackenzie Arnold have all played key roles to help their sides to the semi-finals of the women's League Cup.

AAP

Vine acclimatising to Matildas 'fishbowl'

As she jostles for a spot at this year's World Cup, Cortnee Vine is beginning to adjust to the pressure that comes with being a Matilda.

ABC News

FIFA announces more than half a million tickets already sold for 2023 Women's World Cup

The 2023 Women's World Cup soccer tournament in Australia and New Zealand continues to outsell previous tournaments, with FIFA aiming for upwards of 1.5 million tickets by July's kick-off.

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