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Catley penalty sends Matildas past Ireland without Kerr

The Matildas have beaten Ireland 1-0 in their Women's World Cup opener without Sam Kerr, with stand-in captain Steph Catley scoring the winning penalty.

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I was a football atheist until the Women’s World Cup arrived. How do I pick a team, or can I cheer for everyone?

For many Australians, given our diverse demographics, the answer might not be as obvious as choosing the home side

The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: Auckland shooting hours before Women’s World Cup opener; Kathryn Campbell suspended; and HIV rates in Australia fall

Match between New Zealand and Norway to proceed after city rocked by shooting standoff

The Guardian - AU

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Today at the Women’s World Cup: Co-hosts Australia and New Zealand play in opening games

The Republic of Ireland make their debut at a major tournament finals on opening day

The Independent UK

Today at the World Cup: Co-hosts Australia and New Zealand play in opening games

The Republic of Ireland make their debut at a major tournament finals on opening day.

The Independent UK

Tony Gustavsson’s Matildas masterplan comes together ahead of Women’s World Cup

Australia’s coach has brought in young talent and tactical acumen to a team that was lacking depth

The Guardian - AU

Will the Matildas and Football Ferns have a home ground advantage?

The FIFA Women’s World Cup is held just once every four years, and for the first time ever, it’s on home soil for Australia and New Zealand.

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Morning Mail: Women’s World Cup to kick off, Burney’s plea for voice, Australian wickets fall in Ashes

The eyes of the world will be on Sydney tonight as the Matildas begin their bid to become world champions, Linda Burney speaks at yes rally

The Guardian - AU

From lamington drives to the Cup: an evolution of the Matildas

'It was whatever shirt fitted you - small, medium, large.'

Newcastle Herald

The Guardian view on the Fifa Women’s World Cup: a showcase for a booming sport

Editorial: A record number of tickets have been sold in Australia and New Zealand, as the women’s game continues to grow in popularity across the world

The Guardian - UK

Sam Kerr has learned to enjoy expectations of World Cup

Matildas captain Sam Kerr is ready to take on expectation from all comers at her home Women's World Cup, by enjoying the pressure to deliver.

AAP

Matildas to embrace crowd fervour in World Cup opener

The Matildas will kick off their Women's World Cup tilt in front of their biggest-ever crowd and superstar captain Sam Kerr says they will welcome the noise.

AAP

Australia vs Ireland live stream: How to watch Women’s World Cup 2023 game online

Australia are one of the hosts of the Women's World Cup 2023, and the Matildas will begin their tournament with a game against debutants the Republic of Ireland. Here's how to watch it online, wherever you are.

Tom’s Guide

Women’s World Cup 2023: Guardian writers’ predictions for the tournament

Australia are expected to challenge and Sam Kerr is a favourite to win the Golden Boot while Zambia are tipped to make waves

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‘We’re really confident’: Sam Kerr’s Matildas ready for Women’s World Cup

Carrying the hopes of a nation on her shoulders, can Australia’s captain withstand the pressure and lead her team to glory?

Evening Standard

Women’s World Cup: Sam Kerr always destined to be Australia’s golden girl

The Chelsea star carries hopes of a nation after rising to top of the game

AAP

Irish fighting fit as O'Sullivan cleared for WWC opener

Coach Vera Pauw says midfielder Denise O'Sullivan is fit for selection for Ireland's World Cup opener against Australia on Thursday night.

Newcastle Herald

Where to watch the FIFA World Cup in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie

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Matildas ready to contend at home Women's World Cup

The Matildas will finally kick off their hotly-anticipated Women's World Cup campaign against Ireland, confident they are peaking at the right time to contend.

AAP

Ash Barty on Sam Kerr, Matildas World Cup bandwagon

The Matildas' superstar captain Sam Kerr has retired tennis star Ash Barty in their corner ahead of their Women's World Cup tilt on home soil.

Evening Standard

Women’s World Cup 2023: Lionesses possible route to final as Germany and USA lie in wait

England will have to do it the hard way if they are to be crowned world champions next month

Al Jazeera

‘Incredible growth’: The rise of Australian women’s football

Co-hosting the 2023 World Cup marks a significant milestone in the mixed history of women’s football in Australia.

The Guardian - AU

Cathy Freeman inspires Matildas in surprise visit before Women’s World Cup

Olympic gold medal winner pays visit to Australia’s camp ahead of opening match at same stadium where she made history

AAP

Cathy Freeman surprises Matildas before World Cup tilt

The Matildas have received a surprise visit from legendary Australian athlete Cathy Freeman in camp ahead of the start of their Women's World Cup campaign.

The Guardian - AU

‘Anything can happen’: Ireland plot Women’s World Cup upset ahead of Matildas clash

Vera Pauw’s team are embracing the role of underdogs but can take confidence from a win over Australia a year-and-a-half ago

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