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Matildas effect 2.0? Why the Women’s Asian Cup is a huge moment for Australian soccer

The 2026 Women’s Asian Cup is the first major women’s soccer tournament Australia has hosted since the groundbreaking 2023 Women’s World Cup.

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Matildas laud 'brave' Iranian opponents amid conflict

Rising Matildas star Amy Sayer says she admires and respects Iran's women for competing at the Women's Asian Cup despite the nation's ongoing conflict.

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South Korea sound Matildas warning with win over Iran

South Korea's 3-0 win over Iran has put the Matildas on notice that they'll have a challenge on their hands to finish top of Group A at the Women's Asian Cup.

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Matildas reveal goalies' concern after untimely niggle

The Matildas were forced to unleash their fourth-choice goalkeeper in their Asian Cup opener after a rotten run of luck that's cut down three custodians.

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Morning Mail: calls for talks as waves of missiles target Iran; scrutiny on ‘less lethal’ police projectiles; Australia’s energy hungry datacentres

Death toll rises as missiles rain down across Middle East; police use of ‘less lethal’ weapons scrutinised; datacentres churning through energy resources

The Guardian - AU

'Monkey off my back': Kerr rejoices after drought ends

Sam Kerr's winner against the Philippines has not only kick-started the Matildas' Asian Cup lift-off but also injected fresh confidence into the great striker.

AAP

Sam Kerr made a statement with her leaping header – the Matildas’ leader is back

Australia’s captain scored with a precise, powerful finish befitting a striker of her calibre – and 851 days since her last goal, this one meant a lot

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Joe Montemurro hopes focus is on football for Iran’s women at Asian Cup

Joe Montemurro wants the focus before his Australia team’s match against Iran on Thursday to be on football, not the Middle East conflict

The Guardian - AU

"We move on": Matildas open Asian Cup with scrappy win

The Matildas thrashed the Philippines 8-0 in 2023, but their Asian Cup opener was far less fruitful as Australia posted a 1-0 win via Sam Kerr's early header.

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Sam Kerr header delivers Matildas win over Philippines in Women’s Asian Cup opener

Australia defeat Philippines 1-0 in first Group A match thanks to a goal from the captain in 14th minute as hosts dominate

The Guardian - AU

Matildas set off on Asian Cup journey to prove home sequel can be better than the original

The 2023 World Cup entranced Australia but continental showpiece could end in a fairytale with only four sides that should trouble the host nation

The Guardian - AU

Matildas full of mysteries ahead of Asian Cup opener

Mystery surrounds the availability of Mackenzie Arnold and Kyra Cooney-Cross for Australia's Asian Cup opener while another player has been ruled out.

AAP

There were self doubts: Kerr opens up on hard journey

Sam Kerr has been in good goal-scoring touch for English powerhouse Chelsea but the superstar's attacking mojo levels still have some way to go.

AAP

Matildas face injury crisis on eve of Asian Cup opener against Philippines

Uncertainty grows around fitness of goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold as Australia coach Joe Montemurro refuses to confirm lineup in Perth

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Philippines aim to annoy and beat their Matildas idols

The Philippines are big underdogs, but coach Mark Torcaso is backing his girls to beat some of their idols in Sunday's match against the Matildas.

The Guardian - AU

Human rights issues swirl around the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup. They cannot be ignored

There is a glaring contrast between the Asian Football Confederation’s corporate dream and the structural realities of the tournament in Australia

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Matildas sweat after goalkeeper's early exit

Matildas goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold has left the training track early, raising doubts about her fitness for the upcoming Women's Asian Cup.

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Home ground disadvantage? How sleep and travel could impact the Matildas

On paper, the Matildas should have a major advantage playing on home soil for the upcoming Women’s Asian Cup.

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Refreshed Fowler ready to unleash on her unfrozen knees

There were fears Mary Fowler would miss the Women's Asian Cup after suffering a serious knee injury in April, but the 23-year-old is fit and ready to fire.

The Guardian - AU

From Women’s World Cup euphoria to Olympic despair: how did the Matildas get here?

The 2023 tournament was a defining moment in Australian football but there have been more troughs than peaks on the way to a home Asian Cup

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Roma defender set to become Matildas ace at Asian Cup

Matildas defender Winonah Heatley is ready to use lessons learned from her painful Olympics snub when she lines up in the upcoming Women's Asian Cup..

The Guardian - AU

Women’s Asian Cup 2026: all you need to know about the tournament in Australia

Which cities are hosting games? Where can you watch? Is Sam Kerr fit and back in form? Can the Matildas win? Our complete guide to the tournament

AAP

Minimal preparation doesn't faze Matildas goalkeeper

Matildas goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold is still in pre-season with her club but believes she has the game time behind her to deliver at the Asian Cup.

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A man named Tracy helps Milicic solve a Chinese puzzle

A refreshed Ante Milicic is eager to return to Australia with China at the Women's Asian Cup. But one key member of staff holds the key to his success.

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: PM evacuated over bomb threat, nearly 60% would consider voting One Nation, Trump prepares State of the Union

PM forced to leave The Lodge for three hours after security alarm last night; Hanson’s party eating into Labor and Coalition support

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