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A long way from the war, Iran loses its opening Women’s Asian Cup game to South Korea

Iran has opened its Women’s Asian Cup soccer tournament under the shadow of war

The Independent UK

Morning Mail: calls for talks as waves of missiles target Iran; scrutiny on ‘less lethal’ police projectiles; Australia’s energy hungry datacentres

Death toll rises as missiles rain down across Middle East; police use of ‘less lethal’ weapons scrutinised; datacentres churning through energy resources

The Guardian - AU

'Monkey off my back': Kerr rejoices after drought ends

Sam Kerr's winner against the Philippines has not only kick-started the Matildas' Asian Cup lift-off but also injected fresh confidence into the great striker.

AAP

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Sam Kerr made a statement with her leaping header – the Matildas’ leader is back

Australia’s captain scored with a precise, powerful finish befitting a striker of her calibre – and 851 days since her last goal, this one meant a lot

The Guardian - AU

"We move on": Matildas open Asian Cup with scrappy win

The Matildas thrashed the Philippines 8-0 in 2023, but their Asian Cup opener was far less fruitful as Australia posted a 1-0 win via Sam Kerr's early header.

AAP

Sam Kerr header delivers Matildas win over Philippines in Women’s Asian Cup opener

Australia defeat Philippines 1-0 in first Group A match thanks to a goal from the captain in 14th minute as hosts dominate

The Guardian - AU

Australia defeat Philippines 1-0 in Group A opener – as it happened

Captain Sam Kerr scores in 14th minutes as hosts hold on against dogged Filipinas for an important win to start their tournament

The Guardian - AU

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Matildas set off on Asian Cup journey to prove home sequel can be better than the original

The 2023 World Cup entranced Australia but continental showpiece could end in a fairytale with only four sides that should trouble the host nation

The Guardian - AU

Matildas full of mysteries ahead of Asian Cup opener

Mystery surrounds the availability of Mackenzie Arnold and Kyra Cooney-Cross for Australia's Asian Cup opener while another player has been ruled out.

AAP

There were self doubts: Kerr opens up on hard journey

Sam Kerr has been in good goal-scoring touch for English powerhouse Chelsea but the superstar's attacking mojo levels still have some way to go.

AAP

Matildas face injury crisis on eve of Asian Cup opener against Philippines

Uncertainty grows around fitness of goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold as Australia coach Joe Montemurro refuses to confirm lineup in Perth

The Guardian - AU

Philippines aim to annoy and beat their Matildas idols

The Philippines are big underdogs, but coach Mark Torcaso is backing his girls to beat some of their idols in Sunday's match against the Matildas.

AAP

From Women’s World Cup euphoria to Olympic despair: how did the Matildas get here?

The 2023 tournament was a defining moment in Australian football but there have been more troughs than peaks on the way to a home Asian Cup

The Guardian - AU

Roma defender set to become Matildas ace at Asian Cup

Matildas defender Winonah Heatley is ready to use lessons learned from her painful Olympics snub when she lines up in the upcoming Women's Asian Cup..

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The Guardian - AU

Women’s Asian Cup 2026: all you need to know about the tournament in Australia

Which cities are hosting games? Where can you watch? Is Sam Kerr fit and back in form? Can the Matildas win? Our complete guide to the tournament

AAP

Matildas have had enough time together to deliver: Raso

Hayley Raso is confident the Matildas can meet high expectations at the Asian Cup despite limited time under coach Joe Montemurro.

The Guardian - UK

Women’s FA Cup talking points: Kerr shows the way and Liverpool resurgence continues

Sam Kerr is ready for business end of season, Chatham’s goalkeeper made to work and Kim Little continues to shine

AAP

Kerr and Fowler boost for Matildas before Asian Cup

Sam Kerr has found her goalscoring touch and Mary Fowler was back in business in a double boost for the Matildas before the Women's Asian Cup.

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The Guardian - UK

Girma winner sinks Manchester United to send Chelsea into Women’s FA Cup quarter-finals

Naomi Girma’s extra-time winner gave Chelsea a 2-1 victory over Manchester United that puts them in the last eight of the Women’s FA Cup

The Guardian - AU

Matildas golden generation given last shot at silverware but next wave are key to Asian Cup hopes

Australia veterans led by Sam Kerr have a rare second chance to lift a trophy on home soil as well as responsibility to pass down a torch that is still alight

AAP

'Buzz in the air': Matildas settle Asian Cup squad

Matildas coach Joe Montemurro is dismissing any concern about a star player's limited preparation for the looming Asian Cup.

The Guardian - AU

Matildas gamble on Mary Fowler’s fitness as Women’s Asian Cup squad named

Sam Kerr among 26 players selected but injured Charli Grant misses out while Australia open the tournament against Philippines in Perth on 1 March

AAP

Teen gun breaks Kerr record as Sydney beat Roar in ALW

Willa Pearson broke an A-League Women record as Sydney beat Brisbane while Western Sydney suffered a huge dent to their finals hopes in a draw with Newcastle.

AAP

No Fowler, bit part for Kerr in WSL as Asian Cup looms

Newly-crowned world champions Arsenal, with Steph Catley and Caitlin Foord on board, have now toppled runaway leaders Man City, minus Mary Fowler, in the WSL.

AAP

Sam Kerr ready to put 'icing on cake' at home Asian Cup

Sam Kerr will be the face of the upcoming Women's Asian Cup, and the star striker is hungry to ensure the Matildas walk away with the trophy on home soil.

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