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The popularity of the Matildas illustrates how the fan culture of women’s sport creates a safer and more inclusive environment.

'I take comfort in knowing that it's the knocks that make us grow.'

Tens of thousands gather across the country but despair as the Lionesses knock Australia out of the competition

Matildas captain Sam Kerr says the one thing that will keep her smiling after their loss to England last night is the hope it’s the start of something bigger for women’s football in Australia, and Immigration Minister Andrew Giles is reviewing hundreds of appeals from Afghans denied visas after assessors…

Matildas’ dreams dashed in loss to England; church using death of paedophile priest to stop court case; Australian alpine resorts dry up due to lack of snow

Wednesday night saw the end of the Matildas’ nation-gripping FIFA Women’s World Cup pursuit, losing 3-1 to England in the semi-final in Sydney.

Lionesses to play Spain on Sunday after knocking out hosts Australia in Sydney

While Sam Kerr & Co. saw a heartbreaking end against England on Wednesday, what they accomplished this summer will likely last for generations to come.

England dispatched the hosts, 3-1, bossing the Matildas and mounting counterattacks that stunned the host country's fans. They'll play Spain this weekend.