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More changes as Matildas aim to rebound from shock loss

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.

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

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

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

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.

Ex Arsenal player Partey charge with rape of two women

Ex Arsenal player Partey charge with rape of two women

Ex Arsenal player Partey charge with rape of two women

Ex Arsenal player Partey charge with rape of two women

Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been charged with multiple counts of rape against two women.

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Former Adelaide coach takes charge of Australia's Joeys

Former Adelaide coach takes charge of Australia's Joeys

Football Australia has appointed Carl Veart as coach of the national under-17 team in a nod to his renowned work with young players.

Liverpool and soccer world 'devastated' by Jota's death

Liverpool and soccer world 'devastated' by Jota's death

Liverpool described Diogo Jota's death an "unimaginable loss" as the football world paid tribute after the Portugal star was killed in a car crash in Spain.

Matildas lynchpin Ellie Carpenter signs for Chelsea

Matildas lynchpin Ellie Carpenter signs for Chelsea

Right-back Ellie Carpenter has penned a four-year-deal with Women's Super League giants Chelsea, ending her time with Lyon.

Stan Sport buys rights to air English Premier League

Stan Sport buys rights to air English Premier League

Streaming service Optus Sport will be turned off after Nine's Stan Sport bought out its rights to broadcast English Premier League and FA Cup content.

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Kennedy excited for Matildas midfield under Montemurro

Kennedy excited for Matildas midfield under Montemurro

Kennedy excited for Matildas midfield under Montemurro

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.

Be bold and brave: Montemurro gives Matildas wings

Be bold and brave: Montemurro gives Matildas wings

Be bold and brave: Montemurro gives Matildas wings

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.

Error-riddled Matildas not a concern: Montemurro

Error-riddled Matildas not a concern: Montemurro

Error-riddled Matildas not a concern: Montemurro

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.

McNamara ends goal drought to help save sloppy Matildas

McNamara ends goal drought to help save sloppy Matildas

McNamara ends goal drought to help save sloppy Matildas

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.

Another Matildas star out as Montemurro era begins

Another Matildas star out as Montemurro era begins

Another Matildas star out as Montemurro era begins

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.

Sam Kerr links up with Matildas in pleasant surprise

Sam Kerr links up with Matildas in pleasant surprise

Sam Kerr links up with Matildas in pleasant surprise

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.

Matildas already singing to the Montemurro tune

Matildas already singing to the Montemurro tune

Matildas already singing to the Montemurro tune

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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Socceroo departs Sydney FC after contract impasse

A star Sydney FC midfielder has left the A-League club as he looks to nail down a spot in the Socceroos' squad for the FIFA World Cup.

Fresh faces: Montemurro unveils new-look Matildas squad

New Matildas coach Joe Montemurro has opened the door for A-League Women stars to push their case in the national team ahead of the 2026 Asian Cup.

Kisnorbo out as Japanese club parts with another coach

Australian Patrick Kisnorbo's brief tenure as head coach of Yokohama F.Marinos is over.

Caceres weighs up ALM future as World Cup looms

An A-League club move could be on the cards for Socceroos midfielder Anthony Caceres, given there's a World Cup debut on the line.

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Sky Blues ace seals English Championship move

Adrian Segecic is the latest A-League Men star to seal a move to English Championship side Portsmouth, leaving Sydney FC on a three-year deal.

How new coach can be 'missing piece' for Matildas

New Matildas coach Joe Montemurro has kicked off his tenure and veteran striker Emily Gielnik already has the feeling he can achieve something special.

Soccer headers alter brains, adding to dementia fears

Repeatedly heading a soccer ball alters the brain, a world-leading Australian study has found, but the long-term impacts still need to be investigated.

Matildas boss overhauls coaching and support staff

New Matildas coach Joe Montemurro is officially in the job and has kicked off his tenure with a raft of changes to his coaching staff.

Hungary for success, Socceroo Arzani returns to Europe

Daniel Arzani returned to form and the Socceroos set-up across two seasons at Melbourne Victory, now the former wunderkind will test himself in Europe again.

Victory young gun seals German Bundesliga switch

Kasey Bos's breakout season with Melbourne Victory earned the young defender a Socceroos call-up and now a move to one of the world's best leagues.

Veteran Socceroo up for World Cup fight

Martin Boyle knows all about World Cup heartbreak and with spots at a premium in 2026, the veteran Socceroo is ready to fight for his place.

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