Tag: matildas
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MATILDAS COACH SACKED JUST FIVE MONTHS FROM WORLD CUP
Australia’s preparations for the FIFA women’s world cup have been dealt a major blow, with coach Alen Stajcic sacked from his position by Football Federation Australia. FFA chief executive David Gallop and chairman Chris Nikou made the announcement in Sydney a short time ago. It’s understood an investigation by the FFA identified a poor culture…
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JULIE DOLAN TO BE NAMED AMONG NSW SPORTING GREATS
Pioneering Central Coast footballer Julie Dolan will join some of the state’s most celebrated sporting stars when she’s inducted into the Hall of Champions next month. The first-ever Matildas skipper has managed 18 caps over her career, but most recently became the face of the Mariners’ bid to join the W-League. (VISION ONLY)
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MATILDAS URGE FANS TO “GET ON SIDE”
Australia has formally launched its bid for the 2023 Women’s World Cup. The FFA is hoping to kick goals with an advertising campaign – calling on fans to “get onside”.
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VAN EGMOND RETAINS PLACE IN MATILDAS SQUAD
The Hunter’s Emily Van Egmond has retained her place in the Matildas squad, as the side looks to defend the Tournament of Nations title it won in the US last year. The Aussies will once again square-off against America, Brazil and Japan, when the 2018 instalment kicks off in 10 days time. (VISION ONLY)
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MATILDAS HOLD FINAL TRAINING SESSION BEFORE ASIAN CUP FINAL
The Matildas have had their final training session ahead of tomorrow morning’s Asian Cup final against Japan. The side drew with Japan when the teams played each other during the group stage. (VISION ONLY)
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MATILDAS SECURE QUALIFICATION FOR WORLD CUP
Sam Kerr has rescued the Matildas with an 85th minute equaliser, locking in their spot for the Women’s World Cup in France next year. The berth confirmed with a heart-stopping one-all draw against Japan, during their Asian Cup clash in Jordan. The result also sees Australia through to the semi-finals of the tournament, where they’ll…
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MATILDAS ASIAN CUP CAMPAIGN BACK ON TRACK
The Matildas have bounced back in a big way at the Asian Cup, hammering Vietnam eight-nil in their second match in Group B. The Australians will face a much bigger test against Japan on Friday night.
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MATILDAS ARRIVE IN JORDAN AHEAD OF ASIAN CUP
The Matildas have arrived in Jordan ahead of the Asian Cup, which starts this weekend. For Newcastle product Emily Van Egmond, it’s her first time in the Middle East, and there’s plenty to play for.
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MATILDA’S ASIAN CUP SQUAD NAMED
Emily Van Egmond has been selected in the Matildas’ 23-woman squad for the Asian Cup in Jordan. The Jets favourite now heads into camp in WA to prepare for Monday’s friendly against Thailand. Next month’s Asian Cup will also serve as a qualifier for the 2019 World Cup. Fellow Jet Hannah Brewer missed out on…
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BREWER AND VAN EGMOND HEADING TO PORTUGAL WITH MATILDAS
W-League Jets Emily van Egmond and Hannah Brewer have been rewarded for their great season with Newcastle by being selected in the 22-player Matildas squad for the upcoming Algarve Cup in Portugal. The Aussie side has been grouped with Norway, China and the host nation, and will kick off the tournament with a game against…