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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
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Jamaica ends Brazil's World Cup
A goalless draw against Brazil was enough to send Jamaica through to the knockouts and sent the South American packing
Panama score unbelievable goal
Panama's Marta Cox scored one of the most insane goals of the FIFA Women's World Cup tournament against France.
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
'Complete chaos' after late goal
Thembi Kgatlana sparked chaos in Wellington after putting South Africa in front of Italy in injury time
Blomqvist breaks Argentina hearts
Sweden's Rebecka Blomqvist struck the goal that could potentially send Argentina crashing out of the FIFA Women's World Cup
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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
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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