Imperfect Matildas get perfect result to make Asian Cup semis
You only get one shot, or in this case two. And the Matildas took them both. For the vast majority…
Trump says Iran welcome to play World Cup, but risk ‘life and safety’
US President Donald Trump has said Iran’s men’s national soccer team was welcome to participate in the 2026 World Cup,…
When the Matildas played in North Korea a full stadium laughed at them
In 2007, the Matildas found themselves on a bus travelling through empty streets in North Korea. They had just landed…
Liverpool falls victim to Champions League giant killers Galatasaray
Galatasaray has secured a 1-0 home win over Liverpool in the first leg of its Champions League last-16 clash on…
Philippines celebrate as jaw-dropping free kick lights up group stage finale
On a night that featured two high-stakes games played simultaneously on opposite sides of the country, it was a team…
Ex-Brazil forward among 23 players red-carded following violent brawl
Twenty-three players were shown red cards as a lengthy brawl requiring the intervention of military police marred the final seconds…
‘Let them go’: Chaos erupts as protesters surround Iran team bus on Gold Coast
The Iranian women’s team faces the uncertain prospect of returning home after their embattled Women’s Asian Cup campaign ended in…
How to watch and follow the Matildas vs South Korea at the Women’s Asian Cup
The Matildas are guaranteed a place in the Women’s Asian Cup quarterfinals, but they must beat South Korea in Sydney…
Matildas hope other Asian nations don’t have to keep fighting for the basics
There was a time when the Matildas had to fight and scrap for pay, recognition and respect. In 2015, they…
The Matildas embody Aussie pub rock spirit against Iran, and they’re playing to win
The Joe Montemurro incarnation of the Matildas feels like a throwback to classic Australian rock. There’s the Jimmy Barnes mentality…