Matildas haven't planned for the future well: Sermanni A-League Women stars and fringe Matildas are set to feature more prominently in Australia's two friendlies against Taiwan. AAP · Dec 3, 2024
Micah keeps heat on Arnold in Matildas goalie battle A class display by Teagan Micah for the Matildas against Brazil was a warning shot to Mackenzie Arnold that the goalkeeping position is still hotly contested. AAP · Dec 2, 2024
Matildas get glimpse of what is possible with Brazil’s depth of emerging talent The South Americans are ahead in their own period of rejuvenation and the past week can be used as a marker for Australia’s long-term journey The Guardian - AU · Dec 2, 2024
Matildas in Catch-22 coach quandary ahead of Asian Cup Doubt remains over when the next Matildas coach will be appointed as Hayley Raso says adapting to the next mentor's ideas will be key to tournament success. AAP · Dec 2, 2024
Matildas lose to Brazil after Catley pre-game drama Brazil had too much attacking potency in a 2-1 win over the Matildas despite brilliant goalkeeping by Teagan Micah. AAP · Dec 1, 2024
Australia 1-2 Brazil: international women’s football friendly – as it happened A brave Matildas outfit lost the second of their matches against Brazil after the Seleção scored two goals in 11 minutes to triumph 2-1 and sweep the series The Guardian - AU · Dec 1, 2024
Matildas fuelled for Brazil by Foord excellence drive Matildas star Caitlin Foord is in what interim coach Tom Sermanni insists is career-best form and her grit and skill will be key crucial against Brazil. AAP · Nov 30, 2024
Matildas won't be bullied again by Brazil: Sermanni Matildas interim head coach Tom Sermanni has warned Brazil his side won't be ridden roughshod over again on Sunday, while identifying key areas for improvement. AAP · Nov 30, 2024
Mariners eye three points as Canberra go without Heyman Canberra star Michelle Heyman will stay in the Matildas camp and miss United's clash with Central Coast, with the Mariners out to extend their unbeaten streak. AAP · Nov 29, 2024
Heatley, Freier give Matildas glimpse at bright future Queenslanders have been bountiful in recent Matildas squads and young guns Winonah Heatley and Sharn Freier are two more to add to the list. AAP · Nov 28, 2024
Matildas vow not to be pushed around after Brazil loss The Matildas were frustrated and physically pushed around by Brazil in their 3-1 loss, and they don't want that to happen again. AAP · Nov 28, 2024
Matildas pay price for sluggish start as Brazil spoil Clare Polkinghorne’s party Australia fail to send off stalwart in style despite Foord goal as Gutierres scores brace and Gio adds third in Brazil’s 3-1 victory The Guardian - AU · Nov 28, 2024
Tears flow as Polks gets Matildas farewell in Brisbane Matildas hero Clare Polkinghorne was given a Queensland-flavoured farewell full of emotion at Suncorp Stadium in a 3-1 loss to Brazil. AAP · Nov 28, 2024
Brazil beat Matildas to spoil Polkinghorne's party The Matildas have slumped to a fiery and physical 3-1 loss to Brazil in retiring great Clare Polkinghorne's final game in Brisbane. AAP · Nov 28, 2024
The Guardian - AU · Nov 28, 2024 Australia 1-3 Brazil: international women’s football friendly – as it happened Caitlin Foord’s touch of class not enough to inspire Australia to victory in Clare Polkinghorne’s celebration match at Suncorp Stadium
AAP · Nov 27, 2024 Matildas ready to lock horns with old foes Brazil The Matildas will face familiar foes Brazil once again as they prepare to celebrate retiring great Clare Polkinghorne's last game in Brisbane.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 27, 2024 Matildas ‘legend’ Clare Polkinghorne to bid farewell amid end of an era against Brazil Australia’s most capped footballer to play last international in hometown Brisbane after making debut in 2006
AAP · Nov 27, 2024 Matildas great Polkinghorne ready for Brisbane send-off Matildas great Clare Polkinghorne will soak up every minute of her final international game in Brisbane when Australia takes on Brazil.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 26, 2024 Matildas come full circle as old foes Brazil present familiar challenge Despite the team’s transformation over the past few years, they in some ways find themselves in a similar position to nearly two decades ago
AAP · Nov 26, 2024 Matildas ready to test mettle against Brazil Star forward Caitlin Foord is raring for an opportunity for the Matildas to test themselves against Brazil in Queensland.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 26, 2024 Spate of athlete breaks gives women’s sport a wake-up call on mental health The consequences of demanding schedules are apparent, but growing awareness means elite athletes are more willing to seek out specialists
AAP · Nov 25, 2024 Fowler break the reality of football's demands: Yallop Mary Fowler is skipping the Matildas' upcoming friendlies to prioritise her physical and mental health and teammate Tameka Yallop supports the decision.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 24, 2024 Mentally and physically fatigued Mary Fowler pulls out of Matildas squad The Matildas forward will sit out the coming friendlies against Brazil and Taiwan to refresh after a busy domestic schedule
AAP · Nov 24, 2024 Mary Fowler withdraws from Matildas friendlies Matildas star Mary Fowler has withdrawn from international friendlies against Brazil and Chinese Taipei, citing mental and physical fatigue.
AAP · Nov 24, 2024 A snapshot of round four of the A-League Women season Wellington scored their first win of the season, Matildas hopefuls went down injured and Brisbane hammered Western Sydney at the A-League Women's Unite Round.