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Comeback kid McNamara soaks up football return

Melbourne City's young Matilda Holly McNamara has made a successful return from her third ACL rupture and is now looking forward to bigger and better things.

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Polkinghorne to start in final Matildas game in Geelong

Matildas interim coach Tom Sermanni has confirmed Clare Polkinghorne will start against Taiwan in Geelong for her final ever appearance.

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Stuttering Matildas caught in a time warp between past and future

With a 3-1 defeat to Brazil, Australia endured a disappointing return to the scene of their famous World Cup win over France

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Sam Kerr still a way off return to action, says Matildas coach Tom Sermanni

Matildas coach Tom Sermanni says Sam Kerr is unlikely to return to action this year after he named an expanded Australian squad for four home friendlies

The Guardian - AU

Kennedy backs 'legend' Sermanni as Matildas interim

Alanna Kennedy is preparing to face European champions Barcelona next week, but she's also looking forward to a Matildas reunion with her old boss Tom Sermanni.

AAP

‘We have to reset’: Golden generation face rejuvenation amid next Matildas coach’s balancing act

Football Australia boss James Johnson says new head coach will need to target 2026 Asian Cup success on home soil while building for the future

The Guardian - AU

Matildas’ Alanna Kennedy Goes Viral For Lip-Reading Moment Every Aussie Could Understand

Matildas' defender Alanna Kennedy has gone viral online thanks to footage from her recent match against the USA where she swears. Onya Alanna.

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Whyman set for ALW exit, Sky Blues sign Phoenix keeper

Sydney FC have lured goalkeeper Brianna Edwards across the Tasman from Wellington Phoenix as Matildas back-up Jada Whyman closes in on a move abroad.

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Kyra Cooney-Cross Reflects On The Matildas’ Impact On Women’s Football: ‘We’re Really Proud’

“Young boys saying ‘I want to be like a Matilda’ when it used to be ‘I want to be a Socceroo’. It’s changing so much and it’s exciting.”

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Matildas coach sought answers but has more questions

Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson said he was seeking answers but a 1-1 draw with China has thrown up more questions ahead of the Olympics.

AAP

Did the A-League Women manage to capitalise on the 2023 World Cup?

The competition latched on to the Matildas’ success but some feel that even more could have been done to move the game forward

The Guardian - UK

Foord continues striking form with another Arsenal goal

Matildas star Caitlin Foord has made it on to the scoresheet again, notching Arsenal's second goal in the 2-0 WSL win over Liverpool.

AAP

Matildas shine - and suffer - in the Women's FA Cup

Katrina Gorry has made a losing debut for West Ham at holders Chelsea but Charli Grant won a remarkable first match for Spurs in the Women's FA Cup.

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Ellie Carpenter Announces Engagement To Teammate Danielle Van De Donk & See You At The Reception

Matildas superstar Ellie Carpenter and her partner Danielle van de Donk have announced their engagement in a post via Instagram.

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The Guardian - AU

Matildas’ Mary Fowler embraces new status but sidesteps the limelight

The 20-year-old Manchester City forward reflects on how life has changed for her after a monumental year for women’s football

The Guardian - AU

Canada 5-0 Australia: international women’s friendly – as it happened

An experimental Australia lineup were out of their depth against a Canada outfit looking to honour retiring great Christine Sinclair

The Conversation

What was the true nature of the 'Matildas effect'? New research shows it was profound, but uneven

No event in Australian history has captured the country’s imagination like the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. From coast to coast, Australians tuned in to witness the Matilda’s historic tournament run, reaching the semi-finals for the first time in the team’s history.

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Matildas striker McNamara cut down by third ACL tear

Matildas striker Holly McNamara will miss the next 12 months after scans confirmed she has torn the ACL in her right knee for a second time.

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Matildas' van Egmond signs short-term A-League deal

Matildas veteran Emily van Egmond has signed a four-game contract to return to the A-League Women's Newcastle Jets.

The Guardian - AU

‘Matilda’ named Australia’s 2023 word of the year in nod to Tillies’ triumphs

‘The original German name refers to strength in battle so it’s an appropriate name for a team that has inspired so many people,’ lexicographer says

The Guardian - AU

‘Australia is so diverse’: Matildas’ Amy Sayer on her Asian roots, ambition and passion for bioethics

As she breaks into the team, the attacking midfielder explains how she has balanced her family and education with her career

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Days of flying under the radar are over for Matildas

Matildas captain Sam Ker says everyone's life has changed following the team's famous run to the Women's World Cup semi-finals this year.

The Independent UK

Will there be a bank holiday if England Lionesses win the Women’s World Cup final?

The England women’s football team will play against Spain this Sunday

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Nikki Webster Surprised The Matildas W/ Their Unofficial Anthem ‘Strawberry Kisses’ Live On Stage

Nikki Webster, the songstress behind the Matildas' unofficial anthem 'Strawberry Kisses', dropped into the team's post-tournament fan event.

The Independent UK

Will there be a bank holiday if the Lionesses win the Women’s World Cup Final?

The England women’s football team will play against Spain this Sunday

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