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FFA chief David Gallop has cautioned against a caustic re-opening of wounds in the wake of the Matildas’ limp World Cup exit, which will be the subject of another review.

Football

Jun

Matildas exit reignites toxic coach debate

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Matildas exit reignites toxic coach debate

Football

Jun

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Sam Kerr hits Jamaica for four, as Matildas progress to Round of 16 at World Cup

Sam Kerr has produced one of Australia’s most extraordinary solo performances at a World Cup with a four-goal haul to defeat Jamaica.

Football

Jun

Sam Kerr hits Jamaica for four, as Matildas progress to Round of 16 at World Cup

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Sam Kerr hits Jamaica for four, as Matildas progress to Round of 16 at World Cup

Football

Jun

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Kerr cast as Captain Fantastic for Cup

Star forward Sam Kerr is used to scoring goals but she’s still growing into the role of Australia’s captain at the Women’s World Cup.

Football

Jun

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Kerr cast as Captain Fantastic for Cup

Football

Jun

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Matildas humbled by ruthless Dutch

A record Dutch crowd for a women’s football match has jammed into Eindhoven’s Philips Stadion to see the Netherlands thrash Australia 3-0.

Football

Jun

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Matildas humbled by ruthless Dutch

Football

Jun

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Glory, Sydney prepare for A-League rumble

The A-League title goes on the line at Optus Stadium, where Sydney FC face hometown heroes Perth Glory.

Football

May

Glory, Sydney prepare for A-League rumble

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Glory, Sydney prepare for A-League rumble

Football

May

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Matildas unveil squad for Women's World Cup

Teenager Mary Fowler has been named in Australia’s squad for the Women’s World Cup but injury-plagued forward Kyah Simon has missed selection.

Football

May

Matildas unveil squad for Women's World Cup

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Matildas unveil squad for Women's World Cup

Football

May

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Warren Joyce shown the door by Melbourne City

Melbourne City have parted ways with coach Warren Joyce and will continue their long battle to realise their A-League ambitions without the Englishman, after declining to extend his two-year stint as senior coach.

Football

May

Warren Joyce shown the door by Melbourne City

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Warren Joyce shown the door by Melbourne City

Football

May

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At long last, FFA finally appoint a new technical director

Football Federation Australia have finally appointed a technical director after a nine-month wait.

Football

Apr

At long last, FFA finally appoint a new technical director

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At long last, FFA finally appoint a new technical director

Football

Apr

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Olyroos ready for vital Olympics qualifier against South Korea

The Olyroos have continued on their path to the Tokyo 2020 Olympics with a 6-0 win over Taiwan in Cambodia.

Football

Mar

Olyroos ready for vital Olympics qualifier against South Korea

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Olyroos ready for vital Olympics qualifier against South Korea

Football

Mar

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"They're not serious"; Milicic slams Australia's development programs

Ante Milicic has smashed Australia’s underage male programs as “not serious” as the Olyroos ready themselves for a qualifying tilt at the 2020 Games in Tokyo.

Football

Mar

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"They're not serious"; Milicic slams Australia's development programs

Football

Mar

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Bruno Fornaroli finished at Melbourne City

The sorry saga of Bruno Fornaroli’s time at Melbourne City is over after the wantaway player agreed terms to leave his A-League home.

Football

Feb

Bruno Fornaroli finished at Melbourne City

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Bruno Fornaroli finished at Melbourne City

Football

Feb

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FIFA confirm process for 2023 Women's World Cup hosting rights, FFA confirm bid

FIFA has launched its bidding process for the 2023 Women’s World Cup, with Australia hoping to get the nod from a 37-strong FIFA Council.

Football

Feb

FIFA confirm process for 2023 Women's World Cup hosting rights, FFA confirm bid

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FIFA confirm process for 2023 Women's World Cup hosting rights, FFA confirm bid

Football

Feb

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Ante Milicic officially appointed coach of Matildas

Football Federation Australia has given perennial right-hand man Ante Milicic the job of restoring unity within the Matildas and winning this year’s World Cup.

Football

Feb

Ante Milicic officially appointed coach of Matildas

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Ante Milicic officially appointed coach of Matildas

Football

Feb

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FFA hits back at Stajcic's claims

Former Matildas coach Alen Stajcic says his career is in tatters and his reputation is ruined after his removal from the job five months out from the World Cup.

Football

Feb

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FFA hits back at Stajcic's claims

Football

Feb

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Alen Stajcic labels Matildas sacking as an 'injustice,' reveals full toll on career

Axed Matildas coach Alen Stajcic has finally opened the book on his hurt and despair, also calling for an independent inquiry into his ousting as coach of the national women’s football team.

Football

Feb

Alen Stajcic labels Matildas sacking as an 'injustice,' reveals full toll on career

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Alen Stajcic labels Matildas sacking as an 'injustice,' reveals full toll on career

Football

Feb

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Melbourne City set to land Jamie Maclaren, keep Bruno Fornaroli

Wantaway striker Bruno Fornaroli appears certain to be marooned at Melbourne City beyond Thursday’s transfer deadline with no softening of the A-League club stance towards the Uruguayan.

Football

Jan

Melbourne City set to land Jamie Maclaren, keep Bruno Fornaroli

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Melbourne City set to land Jamie Maclaren, keep Bruno Fornaroli

Football

Jan

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"Devastated, hurt, angry": Matildas captain reveals stress from controversial Stajcic sacking

Matildas leader Lisa De Vanna has laid bare the stresses of a week in the white-hot spotlight following Alen Stajcic’s sacking.

Football

Jan

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"Devastated, hurt, angry": Matildas captain reveals stress from controversial Stajcic sacking

Football

Jan

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Matildas players to meet following Alen Stajcic sacking

The Matildas will gather in Sydney on Monday as they consider the road to the World Cup without coach Alen Stajcic.

Football

Jan

Matildas players to meet following Alen Stajcic sacking

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Matildas players to meet following Alen Stajcic sacking

Football

Jan

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