FIFA Women's World Cup
Ball at her feet: Kerr on track for World Cup return
Sam Kerr didn’t do much in the 15 minutes of Thursday’s session that media could watch - but for the first time since her calf injury, she had a ball at her feet.
- by Vince Rugari
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This was Panama’s first Women’s World Cup goal. They may never score a better one
On a night in which two powerhouse nations were eliminated and one of the game’s most legendary careers come to an end, it was the unheralded Panamanians who stole the show.
Gunning for glory: The club act that kept Matildas in the game
It’s the left-hand connection described by Arsenal’s assistant coach as “telepathic”, and one from which Australia are very much benefiting.
- by Emma Kemp
World Cup could lead to European dreaming for Matildas defender Hunt
The 24-year-old Western Sydney Wanderers centre-back has already spent some time training with Women’s Super League side Everton this year.
- by Emma Kemp
Opinion
Matildas
In a week of seismic sport, the Matildas made the earth move the most
The Ashes, Buddy Franklin and Australia’s swimmers captured the headlines this week, but none could match the significance of a sublime Matildas performance.
- by Peter FitzSimons
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Denmark
Another dance with the Danes brings Matildas’ World Cup journey full circle
Australia’s next opponents are very familiar foes. Ten months ago, a stirring comeback against Denmark helped Tony Gustavsson’s side rediscover its winning touch.
- by Vince Rugari
Analysis
Matildas
After staring into the abyss, the Matildas can look ahead with confidence
One minute you’re copping it from all angles. The next, you’re dishing it out to the Olympic champions, reminding everyone why they were so excited about this World Cup in the first place.
- by Vince Rugari
As it happened: Australia v Denmark locked in; England destroy China 6-1; United States avoid disaster
Check in on the latest scores and news from the Women’s World Cup. There’s plenty happening across New Zealand and Australia on Tuesday with the Matildas’ next opponent to be determined.
- by Scott Spits
Ruthless England demolish China, Australia to play Denmark in round of 16
England have served notice to other countries with an emphatic 6-1 win over China to set up a clash with Nigeria in the round of 16.
Backs against the wall: The phrase fuelling the Matildas against the odds
The expression has been a motif long embedded in a national team that not only performs when under pressure but also thrives on it.
- by Emma Kemp
‘What a wasted opportunity’: Matildas score great win, but TV coverage is a loss
It is hard to understand why most games at the Women’s World Cup are on a subscription TV service. We must do better for women’s sport and its massive popularity.