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Sam Kerr is finally back. Her return cannot come soon enough for Matildas

In the absence of their talisman, Australia have taken more steps back than forward and her presence in the squad this week is timely just four months out from the Asian Cup

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Game time shortage could be making of Matildas gun

Matildas midfielder Kyra Cooney-Cross has battled for game time at Arsenal, but Australia coach Joe Montemurro says it won't necessarily be a setback.

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Why Matildas coach backs Kerr return to be a hit

Sam Kerr will return to the Matildas fold off the back of limited minutes at Chelsea but coach Joe Montemurro is confident she will shine.

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Women’s World Cup heroes Sam Kerr and Cortnee Vine return to Matildas squad for friendlies

Stalwarts Katrina Gorry, Steph Catley and Caitlin Foord also back as Joe Montemurro names experienced 24-player squad for his second camp in charge

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Matildas confirm Kerr's return, Vine and Gorry back

Sam Kerr has returned to the Matildas for upcoming friendlies against Wales and England, with Cortnee Vine and Katrina Gorry also bolstering the squad.

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Matildas coach's bold ideas to boost A-League Women

Matildas coach Joe Montemurro believes allowing investment solely in A-League Women clubs could help open the door to making it fully professional.

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Kerr back in European action but draws blank again

Sam Kerr has returned to European action for the first time since her injury layoff but couldn't find the net for Chelsea in their 1-1 draw in the Netherlands.

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Matildas set for huge Kerr boost in key Asian Cup prep

A long-awaited international comeback for Sam Kerr looms while Matildas coach Joe Montemurro is excited by Mary Fowler's progress in her return from injury.

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Matildas locked in for blockbuster overseas friendly

The Matildas will continue their preparations for the Women's Asian Cup with a friendly match against one of the biggest nations in women's football.

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Matildas opponent revealed as preparations ramp up

The Matildas will face Wales for the first time when the two nations lock horns in Cardiff on October 25, but will Sam Kerr be able to play?

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Injured Matildas 'X-factor' set for Asian Cup return

Matildas star Mary Fowler is on track to make her comeback from a knee reconstruction in time for the 2026 Women's Asian Cup alongside captain Sam Kerr.

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Matildas to face South Korea in Asian Cup group stage

Hosts Australia have been grouped with continental heavyweights South Korea in the 2026 Women's Asian Cup.

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Matildas hope to avoid potential pitfalls at Women’s Asian Cup draw

Tournament hosts Australia will avoid AFC heavyweights Japan and North Korea in the group stage but other tricky opponents await

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We have more work to do: Matildas get wake-up call

The Matildas were lucky to escape with a 3-2 win over world No.56 Panama on Tuesday night, and coach Joe Montemurro knows he has plenty of work ahead of him.

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Heyman, Grant to the rescue as Matildas beat Panama

Veteran striker Michelle Heyman has scored a double before defender Charli Grant popped up for the winner in the Matildas' 3-2 win over Panama.

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More changes as Matildas aim to rebound from shock loss

The Matildas suffered a shock 1-0 loss to world No.56 Panama on Saturday but have the chance to gain revenge in Tuesday night's rematch in Perth.

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No panic despite Matildas' loss to world No.56 Panama

The world No.15 Matildas have suffered their first loss under new coach Joe Montemurro after slumping to a 1-0 defeat to Panama in windy conditions in Bunbury.

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Kennedy excited for Matildas midfield under Montemurro

Veteran defender Alanna Kennedy has put her hand up for more chances in the Matildas' midfield after being used there by new coach Joe Montemurro.

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Be bold and brave: Montemurro gives Matildas wings

The Matildas were error-riddled and stagnant at times during their 3-0 win over Slovenia, but it was an important first step in the Joe Montemurro era.

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Error-riddled Matildas not a concern: Montemurro

Slovenia have unleashed a whopping 20 shots in Joe Montemurro's first game in charge of the Matildas, but Australia still escaped with a 3-0 win.

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McNamara ends goal drought to help save sloppy Matildas

Holly McNamara has broken her international goal drought to help lead the Matildas to a 3-0 win over Slovenia at HBF Park.

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Australia 3-0 Slovenia: Matildas win international friendly – as it happened

Joe Montemurro secures his first win as national coach thanks to goals from Emily Gielnik, Holly McNamara and Hayley Raso

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Another Matildas star out as Montemurro era begins

New Matildas coach Joe Montemurro will lead the side for the first time in Thursday night's clash with Slovenia in Perth, but he'll be missing a host of stars.

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Sam Kerr links up with Matildas in pleasant surprise

Mystery still surrounds exactly when Sam Kerr will be able to play again, but she will at least be back in the Matildas fold at training this week.

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Matildas already singing to the Montemurro tune

New Matildas coach Joe Montemurro will be missing many of his biggest stars when he attempts to implement a new game plan in clashes with Slovenia and Panama.

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