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Matildas look to set tone at Cup of Nations ‘dress rehearsal’ for World Cup

With the global showpiece on home soil looming the three-team mini tournament is crucial for coach Tony Gustavsson’s planning

The Guardian - AU

Why the Cup of Nations is the Matildas' most important 'dress rehearsal' for the 2023 Women's World Cup

With three games in seven days, the Cup of Nations is the Matildas' last chance to rehearse the format of the World Cup group stage. But there's more to it than that, writes Samantha Lewis.

ABC News

Matildas primed for World Cup dress rehearsal

They play Czech Republic on Thursday night.

Newcastle Herald

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Gustavsson readies Matildas for WC dress rehearsal

Tony Gustavsson wants the Matildas to play their Cup of Nations opener against Czechia as if it were the opening group game of this year's World Cup.

AAP

Foord, Matildas brace for World Cup test run at home

As the Cup of Nations looms, the Matildas have begun feeling the pressure of an international tournament on home soil.

AAP

Why Emily van Egmond is feeling refreshed ahead of this month's Cup of Nations

Newcastle is one of the tournament stops for the Matildas.

Newcastle Herald

Saudi sponsorship issue dodged as Matildas squad named

The upcoming Cup of Nations will be the Matildas' test run for the World Cup, with Visit Saudi's sponsorship of the tournament looming as a hot topic.

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Matildas keen to build on Socceroos' success

The Matildas are set to play a fixture in Newcastle on Wednesday, February 22.

Newcastle Herald

Matildas to host Cup of Nations tournament in NSW in build-up to 2023 Women's World Cup

With just three international windows left until the Women's World Cup, the Matildas will host Spain, the Czech Republic and Jamaica in February as they fine-tune preparations.

ABC News

Matildas to face Spain in Cup of Nations as Women’s World Cup preparations ramp up

The Matildas will test their World Cup credentials in a four-team mini-tournament involving Spain, Czech Republic and Jamaica next month

The Guardian - AU

Like Southgate, Senegal’s coach sticks to his principles but Aliou Cissé has a trophy

Cissé and his England counterpart have proved adept at blocking out critics back home during the World Cup campaign

The Guardian - UK

Africa Cup of Nations seeks new venue after Guinea loses 2025 hosting rights

African football chiefs have launched a search for a new host for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after deciding that Guinea could not stage the 24-team tournament.

Radio France Internationale

Algeria Want to Replace Guinea as 2025 Cup of Nations Hosts

Algeria football boss Zefizef Djahid said on Saturday his country will bid to stage the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after original choice Guinea were stripped of the hosting rights. Speaking during the African Nations Championship (CHAN) draw ceremony at an Algiers opera house, he announced that "Algeria will…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Morocco just fall short but offer template for future women's Cup of Nations

In the 22 years since their last participation, Morocco have clearly stored up heaps of luck among the football gods.

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Magaia's brace gives South Africa first Cup of Nations title at Morocco's expense

It was sixth time lucky on Saturday night as Hildah Magaia struck twice to give South Africa a 2-1 victory over Morocco and their first women's Cup of Nations trophy.

Radio France Internationale

Zambia beat Nigeria to claim third place at Cup of Nations

Zambia beat Nigeria 1-0 on Friday night at the Stade Mohamed V in Casablanca to claim third place at the 2022 women's Africa Cup of Nations.

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Morocco skipper Chebbak tells of pride at changing perceptions at Cup of Nations

Morocco skipper Ghizlane Chebbak on Friday hailed her teammates for the way they had changed views about women's football during their surge to the final at the Cup of Nations.

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Morocco and South Africa tune up for tilt at Women's Africa Cup of Nations glory

A first continental crown awaits the winner of Saturday night's Cup of Nations final between Morocco and South Africa.

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African football chiefs urged to expand women's Cup of Nations within four years

A tactics brains trust on Tuesday called on African football supremos to expand the women's Cup of Nations tournament from 12 to 16 teams within four years to help the development of players and teams.

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Spot of bother at Cup of Nations: the penalty taker's fear of the referee

In 1970, the Austrian writer Peter Handke published a psychological thriller cum crime novel Die Angst des Tormanns beim Elfmeter (The Goalkeeper's Fear of the Penalty) which was turned into a film of the same name by the rising German arthouse director Wim Wenders.

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Morocco see off Nigeria on penalties to reach first final at Cup of Nations

Nigeria were reduced to nine players as they imploded on Monday night during a pulsating Cup of Nations semi-final defeat against Morocco in Rabat. Despite their self-inflicted wounds, the nine held on for the best part of an hour to force a penalty shoot-out after the match finished 1-1.

Radio France Internationale

South Africa edge past Zambia to reach back-to-back Cup of Nations finals

South Africa moved into the final at the Africa Cup of Nations for the second tournament in a row on Monday following a last-gasp 1-0 win over Zambia.

Radio France Internationale

Zambia face South Africa at Cup of Nations in hunt for more than bragging rights

Desiree Ellis already boasts an impressive list of firsts such as the only coach to steer South Africa to back-to-back appearances at the World Cup. And on Monday night in Casablanca she can notch up another one if she becomes the first South Africa coach to lead the women's team…

Radio France Internationale

Morocco boss Pedros tells Cup of Nations team to emulate Nigeria's winning ways

Morocco boss Reynald Pedros urged his players to reach the Cup of Nations final to enhance their legend after becoming the first team from the country to qualify for the World Cup.

Radio France Internationale

Ellis's relish for the team burnishes her legend in South Africa

Patience and determination are requisites after asking Desiree Ellis to survey her achievements as head coach of South Africa women's side. The 59-year-old former national team skipper will answer with tributes to an array of mentors, her predecessor Vera Pauw, other coaches as well as members of her support staff.

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