Australia vs. New Zealand - July 21, 2021

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FinalJul 21

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90' + 2'

G. Rennie

E. GielnikC. Foord

90' + 1'

89'

G. RennieC. Bott

A. KennedyH. Raso

83'

81'

K. Bowen

K. Cooney-CrossT. Yallop

75'

M. FowlerK. Simon

75'

72'

C. Bott

68'

D. CleverleyO. Chance

68'

P. SatchellA. Green

S. Kerr

33'

T. Yallop

20'

What's Buzzing

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10h

🛡️🗽 Kerr claimed the NWSL Shield with Gotham FC after a 2-0 win over Utah ⚽️ Carpenter, Murphy & Henry all found the back of the net 🌹 Arnold kept a clean sheet for the Thorns as they booked their spot in the play-offs Read our #MatildasAbroad wrap ⬇️ #Matildas

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NWSL Shield WINNERS!🛡🗽 @samkerr1 has helped @GothamFC claim their first-ever NWSL Shield, with Gotham lifting the silverware after finishing the regular season in 1st place! Congrats, Sammy! 👏 📸: @NWSL #Matildas #MatildasAbroad

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15h

Newbon kept her second clean sheet of the season for Melbourne Victory in their win over the Newcastle Jets. 🧤🛌 Check out our #MatildasAtHome review ⬇️ #Matildas https://t.co/GtjDv6BfNM

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Carpenter scores her fifth goal of the season for @ChelseaFCW! ⚽️🔵 @CarpenterEllie was also named Player of the Match following Chelsea's 6-0 victory over Charlton! #Matildas #MatildasAbroad

New Zealand Football 🇳🇿

16h

The Ford Football Ferns presale for Football Whānau members is open NOW 🎟️🇳🇿 ✍️ Register now to get sent a link to book tickets before they go on general sale this Wednesday at https://t.co/wt6WT86RUl

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Australia v Mexico: women's international football friendly - liveMinute-by-minute report : The Matildas take on world No 28 Mexico in the first of two friendlies. Join Martin Pegan for updates

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The Matildas factory: Melbourne City’s historic treble push rooted in youth development | Joey LynchThe club’s policy of signing some of the best young talent from around the country and turning them into international calibre players is reaping rewards

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Caitlin Foord baffled by lost goal as Kerr lifts Matildas to Fifa Series final win over KenyaAustralia defeat hosts 2-0 as captain scores her 75th international goal before Clare Wheeler seals victory at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi

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Iran releases assets of women's football team captain in Australia asylum dramaIran's judiciary said on Monday authorities had released the assets of the captain of Iranian women's football team which had been seized

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Australia v Malawi: Fifa Series women's international football friendly - liveMinute-by-minute report: The Matildas begin their journey to the 2027 World Cup against the Scorchers in Nairobi. Join Jo Khan for updates

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No more Matildas or Socceroos blockbuster matches if top teams won't make the trip | Jack SnapeThe pressure is on Football Australia to sustain interest in the national sides but luring elite opposition to play friendlies at home is 'bloody difficult'

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Matildas stars return to squad for friendlies as Joe Montemurro builds to 2027 World CupSam Kerr and Caitlin Foord named as Mary Fowler rested after Asian Cup with Australia to play 153rd-ranked Malawi followed by India or Kenya

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Matildas coach Joe Montemurro wants the side to face the world's best - so why are they playing Malawi next? | Samantha LewisIn the afterglow of the Asian Cup, Australia will begin preparations for the 2027 Women's World Cup with a friendly series alongside three low-ranked teams

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The Matildas' near misses sting but their Asian Cup final suggests this great team are not doneThere was talk of this being a last hurrah at home for a golden generation of Matildas. But their performance showed a glimmer of something else

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Matildas rise to a grand occasion but are left to rue the goal that never cameAustralia had Japan on the back foot for long periods but a flurry of shots were scuffed, saved and blocked in a narrow Women's Asian Cup final defeat

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Matildas suffer heartbreak as Japan stunner enough to claim Women's Asian Cup crownAustralia fall short despite multiple attempts on goal as Maika Hamano's shot from outside the box proves the difference in Japan's 1-0 victory in Sydney

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Japan v Australia: Women's Asian Cup 2026 final - liveMinute-by-minute : The Matildas face a tough task against an in-form Japan with silverware on the line in Sydney. Join Jonathan Howcroft for updates

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'We need to believe': Matildas embrace underdogs tag for last shot at home glory in Women's Asian CupTime is running out for the Australia team led by captain Sam Kerr to win a major trophy as they prepare to meet a red-hot Japan in the final on Saturday

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Record crowds, empty seats and the Matildas in a dream final: has the Women's Asian Cup been a success?Tournament organisers point to strong TV audiences and reaching a wider range of fans even as Australia have failed to sell out matches on home soil

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Japan's ruthless streak poses fresh challenge for rising Matildas in Women's Asian Cup final | Martin PeganThe world No 6 team have scored 28 goals and conceded just one, starting Saturday's final against hosts Australia as clear favourites

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Iran women's football team arrive back home after asylum drama in AustraliaThe Iranian women's football team have returned back to Iran where they have been promised a welcome ceremony in Tehran

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Golden generation still glitters as veterans kickstart misfiring MatildasGoals from Caitlin Foord and Sam Kerr help see off China and show that they can take Australia to Asian Cup glory

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Kerr and Foord propel improved Matildas past China to Women's Asian Cup finalAustralia beat defending champions 2-1 in plucky win with structure and steadiness on show as injured stars return

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China v Australia: Women's Asian Cup 2026 semi-final - liveMinute-by-minute report : A place in the final is at stake as the Matildas take on the defending champions in Perth. Join Joey Lynch for updates

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Matildas and China speak before Women's Asian Cup semi-final - videoThe winner will advance to face either South Korea or Japan in the final

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Australian insiders in China's ranks threaten Matildas' Women's Asian Cup dream | Jack SnapeThe hosts face their toughest opponent in the defending champions, whose coach Ante Milicic knows the Australian team better than most

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Matildas survive North Korea scare to book spot in Women's Asian Cup semi-finalAustralia win 2-1 over Korea DPR in nervous tussle in Perth with goals from Kennedy and Kerr securing 2027 Women's World Cup qualification

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Australia v North Korea: Women's Asian Cup 2026 quarter-final - liveMinute-by-minute report: Matildas and Korea DPR meet in Perth with a semi-final spot up for grabs. Join Joey Lynch for updates

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Iranian women's football team land in Malaysia after teammates granted asylum in Australia - videoMembers of the Iranian football team arrived in Kuala Lumpur early Wednesday morning after flying out from Sydney

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More Iran women's football team members expected to seek asylum in AustraliaAustralia's responsibilities for the welfare of the Iran women's football team are not over, as advocates expect more players to seek asylum

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Five members of Iranian women's football team reportedly seeking to remain in AustraliaAfter being eliminated from the Asian Cup, the players reportedly escaped their regime minders and are being looked after by police in Queensland

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Defensive frailties and missed chances put Matildas on rocky Asian Cup roadAustralia's 3-3 draw with South Korea means they finish second in Group A and must travel to Perth for their quarter-final

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Matildas score late in see-sawing draw with South Korea as top spot slips away at Women's Asian CupAlanna Kennedy scores in 97th in messy clash at Stadium Australia

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Matildas into quarter-finals but may come to rue lack of second half goalsAustralia were frustrated as Iran kept it at 4-0 and now face South Korea in a decider to top Asian Cup group

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Matildas sweep aside Iran in dominant Women's Asian Cup showingAustralia defeat Iran 4-0 in one-sided Group A match as Mary Fowler starts and scores while Alanna Kennedy nets brace

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Iran v Australia: Women's Asian Cup 2026 - liveMinute-by-minute report : The Matildas run out for their second Group A match hoping to add to their opening victory. Join Joey Lynch for updates

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Could the 2026 Matildas beat the 2023 edition? We asked Sam Kerr (and her fans) - videoMatildas fans and the Australia captain weigh in on which team would come out on top

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Sam Kerr made a statement with her leaping header - the Matildas' leader is backAustralia'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

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Sam Kerr header delivers Matildas win over Philippines in Women's Asian Cup openerAustralia defeat Philippines 1-0 in first Group A match thanks to a goal from the captain in 14th minute as hosts dominate

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Australia v Philippines: Women's Asian Cup 2026 - liveMinute-by-minute report: The Matildas open the tournament on home soil with a group A game in Perth. Join Joey Lynch for updates

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Matildas set off on Asian Cup journey to prove home sequel can be better than the originalThe 2023 World Cup entranced Australia but continental showpiece could end in a fairytale with only four sides that should trouble the host nation

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Matildas face injury crisis on eve of Women's Asian Cup opener against PhilippinesUncertainty grows around fitness of goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold as Australia coach Joe Montemurro refuses to confirm lineup in Perth

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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

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Women's Asian Cup 2026: all you need to know about the tournament in AustraliaWhich 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

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Women's Asian Cup 2026: complete guide to all 26 Matildas playersEverything you need to know about every Australian squad member in the football tournament hosted by Sydney, Perth and Gold Coast

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

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Matildas gamble on Mary Fowler's fitness as Women's Asian Cup squad namedSam Kerr among 26 players selected but injured Charli Grant misses out while Australia open the tournament against Philippines in Perth on 1 March

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Women's football in Australia reaches Rubicon moment with future vision revealed | Joey LynchThe PFA's new strategy 'is not doom and gloom', rather it hopes to serve as a springboard for investment and offer an opportunity to grow the game

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From Matildas magic to Winter Olympic wonders: Australia's sporting highlights for 2026Football captures the imagination, Formula One and tennis hopes rise - our writers pick the Australian sport moments to watch this year

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Matildas sweep New Zealand in Adelaide as Sam Kerr makes long-awaited returnGoals from Alanna Kennedy and Hayley Raso seal win as superstar's comeback brightens tough year for Australia

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Australia v New Zealand: international women's football friendly - liveMinute-by-minute report : The Matildas play their final preparation match before hosting next year's Women's Asian Cup. Join Joey Lynch for updates

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Your Guardian sport weekend: England v Australia x2, Women's World Cup final and moreHere's how to follow along with our coverage - the finest writing and up-to-the-minute reports

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Defeat to England exposes Matildas' race against time ahead of Asian Cup | Joey LynchAfter more than a year of treading water the scale of the challenge facing Australia coach Joe Montemurro has been laid bare

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Agyemang injury for England deflates Bronze's birthday celebrations against MatildasAggie Beever-Jones, Lucy Bronze and a Georgia Stanway penalty made it 3-0 to England against 10-player Australia but the hosts suffered a late injury blow to Michelle Agyemang

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England v Australia: women's international football friendly - liveMinute-by-minute report: Will the Lionesses get back to winning ways against the Matildas? Join Yara El-Shaboury

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Sam Kerr is finally back. Her return cannot come soon enough for Matildas | Jack SnapeIn the absence of their talisman, Australia have taken more steps back than forward and her presence in the squad this week is timely just four months out from the Asian Cup

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Women's World Cup heroes Sam Kerr and Cortnee Vine return to Matildas squad for friendliesStalwarts Katrina Gorry, Steph Catley and Caitlin Foord also back as Joe Montemurro names experienced 24-player squad for his second camp in charge

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Sam Kerr expected to make Matildas return in friendlies against Wales and EnglandAustralia coach Joe Montemurro expects striker to end two-year international absence and backs injured Mary Fowler to be playing again by end of year

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Asian Cup: tough draw for Matildas, but chance to banish ghosts of IndiaSouth Korea match will revive bitter memories of 2022 exit as Australia seek to find the right blend before next March

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Asian Cup draw: Matildas to face South Korea, Philippines and Iran in group stageCampaign begins on 1 March against Philippines in Perth, then Iran, finishing with toughest test against Koreans

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Matildas hope to avoid potential pitfalls at Women's Asian Cup drawTournament hosts Australia will avoid AFC heavyweights Japan and North Korea in the group stage but other tricky opponents await

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Australian women star at Evian: Four inside top 15Minjee Lee came within a shot of forcing a playoff, while Stephanie Kyriacou's sizzling 64 capped a week in which Australia's brightest talents made a serious mark on major territory.

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Charli Grant strikes in stoppage time as Matildas come from behind to beat PanamaAustralia snatch a 3-2 victory over Panama as a Michelle Heyman double turns around an early deficit before Grant pops up with the match-winner

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Australia v Panama: international women's football friendly - liveMinute-by-minute report : Can the Matildas bounce back after a shock defeat to the Central Americans in their first outing? Join Martin Pegan for updates

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Matildas stunned by physical Panama in first defeat of Joe Montemurro eraUnderstrength Australia suffer 1-0 loss to world No 56 as Michelle Heyman misses last-gasp chance to cancel out Sherline King's opener

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Australia v Panama: international women's football friendly - liveMinute-by-minute : The Matildas take on the world No 56 in the first of two matches in Western Australia. Join Martin Pegan for updates

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Matildas denied win by late Slovenia equaliser to sour improved performanceMichelle Heyman strikes for Australia before Mirjam Kastelec replies in added time for a 1-1 draw in Perth

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Australia v Slovenia: international women's football friendly - liveMinute-by-minute: The Matildas seek to build on their winning start under new coach Joe Montemurro. Join Martin Pegan for updates

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Women's Australian Open returning to Adelaide from 2026The women's Australian Open will feature on both the WPGA Tour of Australasia and Ladies European Tour (LET) schedules in March when it returns to Adelaide, with Kooyonga Golf Club to host the first of at least three years in the South Australian capital from March 12-15, 2026.

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Matildas' Montemurro era off to winning start with 3-0 victory over SloveniaLate goals from McNamara and Raso flatter hosts as new coach is left with plenty to ponder in Perth

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Australia v Slovenia: international women's football friendly - liveMinute-by-minute: The Matildas take on Slovenia in Joe Montemurro's first outing as coach. Join Jo Khan for updates.

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'Setting the tone': Joe Montemurro opts for mix of experience and potential with first Matildas squadJoe Montemurro will test the depth of Australian women's football after announcing a squad that lacks star power and is awash with fresh faces

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Matildas usher in new era after key interim role is filled perfectly by Tom Sermanni | Joey LynchThe coach bid farewell to the team he had been so instrumental in building having done his best to bring through new talent and set up Joe Montemurro for success

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Amy Sayer double ensures Matildas celebrate Tom Sermanni's farewell in styleAustralia defeat Argentina 4-1 as Emily Van Egmond and Michelle Heyman complete the rout in front of incoming coach Joe Montemurro

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Australia v Argentina: international women's football friendly - liveMinute-by-minute: The Matildas send off interim coach Tom Sermanni with a game against La Albiceleste in Canberra. Join Martin Pegan for updates

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Joe Montemurro set to be unveiled as new Matildas coach by Football AustraliaA 10-month period of limbo is set to come to an end with Football Australia to hold a press conference in Sydney on Monday morning

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Matildas' European conquerors inspires new generation in Argentina winAfter Tom Sermanni's midweek criticism of lack of investment, a good win and big crowd suggests the women's game is still strong

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Kahli Johnson header is fitting marker for Tom Sermanni in Matildas winAustralia beat Argentina 2-0 in Melbourne friendly as veteran coach in charge for 150th time

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Debutant Kahli Johnson shines in comfortable win for Matildas over ArgentinaAustralia's newest faces made their mark in the 2-0 win over Argentina in front of a packed Marvel Stadium

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Australia v Argentina: international women's football friendly - liveMinute-by-minute : The Matildas face Argentina in the first of two matches on home soil. Join Jo Khan for updates

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Matildas coach Tom Sermanni lashes A-League Women for 'gross' underinvestmentInterim Australia boss says domestic league needs 'real rethink' on contracts, salaries and staffing to prevent 'player drain'

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Still no Sam Kerr as Matildas name under-strength squad for Argentina friendliesAustralia skipper not included among 23 players for matches in Melbourne and Canberra with a new-look team set to face world No 33

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Concern for Mary Fowler as Matildas star suffers injury ahead of Asian CupUncertainty and concern surrounds the fitness of Mary Fowler after the Matildas star suffered a suspected knee injury

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Matildas in 'limbo' as Football Australia's coach search drags onWith the 2026 Asian Cup on the horizon, Matildas captain Steph Catley admits players are feeling 'in limbo' without a permanent head coach at the helm

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Mary Fowler on target as Matildas secure back-to-back wins over South KoreaMary Fowler's first-half strike and an own-goal after the break gave Tom Sermanni's side a 2-0 win over South Korea in Newcastle

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Australia v South Korea: women's international football friendly - liveMinute-by-minute report : The Matildas take on their Asian rivals for the second time in four days hoping to post consecutive wins

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Matildas lay ground for Asian Cup with vital win over South KoreaAustralia secure much-neded morale-boosting win in Sydney as own goal sets up win

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Australia v South Korea: women's international friendly - liveMinute-by-minute: The Matildas seek a return to form against the Taeguk Ladies at Allianz Stadium in Sydney. Join Martin Pegan for updates

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Matildas forced to roll with uncertainty as coach succession plan remains a mystery | Martin PeganInterim coach Tom Sermanni is preparing his side for two friendlies against Korea with time running out ahead of next year's Asian Cup

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Matildas veteran backs Sam Kerr to resume as captain on return to playingEmily van Egmond says Kerr 'definitely should not' hand back captain's armband after FA decided not to sanction the striker

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Sam Kerr avoids Football Australia sanction as path cleared to retain Matildas captaincyMatildas striker Sam Kerr will be free to return as Australian captain once she recovers from her serious knee injury

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Sam Kerr remains sidelined as Matildas name squad for South Korea friendliesThe two games in April have come too soon for the rehabilitating Matildas captain, who is still not fully fit after a serious knee injury

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Directionless Matildas risk being left behind as Asian Cup rivals accelerate | Joey LynchAustralia are paying the price for a delay in naming a new head coach with the 2026 continental showpiece on home soil now just a year away

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Leicester City fixtures against Newcastle and Liverpool moved for TV coverageThe two home games have been given new kick-off times, meaning just one of City's 13 home games between October and April will have been a Saturday 3pm kick-off

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AC Milan could sell Theo Hernandez and Mike Maignan this summer - Get French Football NewsIn an interview with DAZN, AC Milan technical director Geoffrey Moncada suggested that the club would be willing to sell French internationals Theo Hernandez

USWNT Leads After 41 Seconds⚡️

Lynn Biyendolo finishes rapid team move for 1-0 🎥

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Matildas end horror SheBelieves Cup winless after defeat to ColombiaAustralia lose 2-1 to Colombia as Hayley Raso scores in between goals to Wendy Bonilla and Catalina Usme in San Diego

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As Arsenal fizzle out, Liverpool grow stronger - Premier League hits and missesPlus: Bruno Fernandes dead-ball masterclass saves Manchester United, Jeremy Dokus dancing feet dazzle again & Ipswich freeze at Old Trafford

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Victor Osimhen would be 'receptive' to Man Utd interest this summer - Paper TalkPlus: Daniel Levy holds talks with US billionaires over potential club sale; Man Utd set to play two controversial friendlies in Asia; Vinicius Junior could move to Saudi Arabia this summer; Aston Villa heading to Dubai during international break

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Grace Clinton shows a glimpse of England's future and helps banish ghosts against Spain | Jonathan LiewMidfielder is rich in potential and opened the doors to offer team a dizzyingly high ceiling

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Australia v Colombia: SheBelieves Cup women's football international - liveMinute-by-minute report : Can the Matildas end the tournament with a win against their South American opposition? Find out with Jonathan Howcroft

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Matildas fall to another SheBelieves Cup defeat after horror start against USAThe Matildas suffered a nightmate start against the tournament hosts and despite a much-improved performance and Michelle Heyman's late goal, they lost 2-1

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PLAYER RATINGS | Lyon 2-3 Paris Saint-Germain: League leaders go 13 points clear - Get French Football NewsAs was the case when the two sides met in December, the prevailing storyline in the build-up to Paris Saint-Germain's Sunday-night clash in Lyon mainly

USWNT Doubles Lead 😤

Michelle Cooper scores first international goal against Australia 🎥

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USA v Australia: SheBelieves Cup women's football international - liveMinute-by-minute report : Can the Matildas bounce back after a heavy opening defeat or will the mighty US continue their winning streak?

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Julen Lopetegui gushes over 'exemplary' Jarrod Bowen trait he loved at West HamJulen Lopetegui casts verdict on "exemplary" West Ham talent as he praises a player he managed at The London Stadium.

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Woeful Matildas thrashed by Japan in SheBelieves Cup opener in HoustonAustralia put in a toothless performance in a heavy 4-0 defeat as they started the tournament in underwhelming fashion

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Mancini not happy with Roma defending, reveals what he told Samu after 3-2Gianluca Mancini could not be entirely content with Roma's Europa League play-off victory against FC Porto and reveals what he told striker Samu.

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Gabbia: 'Theo Hernandez didn't need to apologise ' to Milan after painful red cardMatteo Gabbia insists Theo Hernandez 'didn't even need' to apologise to his Milan teammates after the costly red card in the Champions League play-off. 'Theo has all our support.'

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De Vrij: 'Inter feel more responsibility in Champions League' now in 2024-25Stefan de Vrij recognises Inter have more 'responsibility' now as the only Italian side in the Champions League, but is eager to find out their Round of 16 opponents.

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Japan v Australia: SheBelieves Cup women's football international - liveMinute-by-minute report : The Matildas get their tournament under way against the Asian heavyweights in Houston

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Matildas 'can't wait' to see Sam Kerr back on pitch following court case and injuryMatildas vice-captain Ellie Carpenter has thrown her support behind Sam Kerr as the star forward turns her focus to recovering from a serious knee injury

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Barcelona Have Optimism Over Newcastle Star Amid Arsenal, PSG LinksBarcelona are reportedly optimistic about signing Newcastle's top star, amid links to Arsenal and PSG. Discover the latest about the potential transfer.

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Liverpool join Barcelona & Real Madrid in race for transfer target - Get Spanish Football NewsLa Liga giants Barcelona and Real Madrid have been joined in the hunt for a long-rumoured transfer target by Premier League outfit Liverpool.

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Sam Kerr gets backing to retain Matildas captaincy following not guilty verdictSam Kerr's argument with an English police officer should never have gone to trial, according to former Matildas player Kate Gill

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Carlo Ancelotti counting on defensive reinforcements for Real Madrid's Champions League second leg against Man City - Get Spanish Football NewsReal Madrid just pulled off an impressive and perseverant 3-2 win over Manchester City away from home. The win sets them up perfectly for the second leg which