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England's Wiegman feels pain of second WWC final loss

England's Wiegman feels pain of second WWC final loss

England boss Sarina Wiegman is hurting from a second consecutive Women's World Cup defeat as her charges attempt to pick themselves up.

Spain beat England 1-0 to win Women's World Cup final

Spain beat England 1-0 to win Women's World Cup final

Spain beat England 1-0 to win Women's World Cup final

Spain beat England 1-0 to win Women's World Cup final

Spain have won the Women's World Cup for the first time by beating England 1-0 in the final in Sydney, with captain Olga Carmona scoring the winner.

Spain defy history to claim Women's World Cup

Spain defy history to claim Women's World Cup

Spain defy history to claim Women's World Cup

Spain defy history to claim Women's World Cup

Spain ran out deserved Women's World Cup winners on Sunday but it is not too long ago they struggled to even qualify for the tournament.

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Gustavsson demands investment as Matildas look forward

Gustavsson demands investment as Matildas look forward

The Matildas will turn their focus from the Women's World Cup to qualifying for the Paris Olympics, with coach Tony Gustavsson coy on his future.

Postecoglou makes winning home debut with Spurs

Postecoglou makes winning home debut with Spurs

Ange Postecoglou has won his first home match as Tottenham Hotspur manager, beating Manchester United 2-0 in a game containing 39 shots.

Barriers broken down as England face Spain in WWC final

Barriers broken down as England face Spain in WWC final

There is certain to be a new name on the World Cup, with England's Millie Bright keen to end 57 years of hurt in the final against fellow first-timers Spain.

Weary Matildas slump to Sweden loss in WWC play-off

Weary Matildas slump to Sweden loss in WWC play-off

Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson has defended his selection policy after his fatigued Australia side lost their Women's World Cup third-place play-off to Sweden.

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Spain revolt 'overshadows' WWC showdown with England

Spain revolt 'overshadows' WWC showdown with England

Spain revolt 'overshadows' WWC showdown with England

Spain revolt 'overshadows' WWC showdown with England

Spain play in their first Women's World Cup final but a cloud hangs over boss Jorge Vilda as they prepare to face England at Stadium Australia.

Major boost for women's sport as broadcast changes loom

Major boost for women's sport as broadcast changes loom

Major boost for women's sport as broadcast changes loom

Major boost for women's sport as broadcast changes loom

The Albanese government will roll out $200 million in funding for women's sport and overhaul broadcast rules in the wake of the Matildas' world cup tilt.

Matildas to embrace last chance at WWC history

Matildas to embrace last chance at WWC history

Matildas to embrace last chance at WWC history

Matildas to embrace last chance at WWC history

The Matildas are determined to take a bronze medal away from the Women's World Cup and coach Tony Gustavsson won't hand out jerseys based on emotion.

Australian Oxtoby to coach Northern Ireland women

Australian Oxtoby to coach Northern Ireland women

Australian Oxtoby to coach Northern Ireland women

Australian Oxtoby to coach Northern Ireland women

West Australian Tanya Oxtoby has been appointed manager of Northern Ireland women, the former Perth Glory defender signing a four-year deal.

Kerr wants to end rollercoaster World Cup with bronze

Kerr wants to end rollercoaster World Cup with bronze

Kerr wants to end rollercoaster World Cup with bronze

Kerr wants to end rollercoaster World Cup with bronze

Matildas captain Sam Kerr fought back from injury to deliver one of the goals of the Women's World Cup and wants to end her campaign with a bronze medal.

James return adds intrigue to England's final build-up

James return adds intrigue to England's final build-up

James return adds intrigue to England's final build-up

James return adds intrigue to England's final build-up

Lauren James returns from suspension in the Women's World Cup final after being sidelined for stamping.

Women's World Cup has generated $887m in revenue: FIFA

Women's World Cup has generated $887m in revenue: FIFA

Women's World Cup has generated $887m in revenue: FIFA

Women's World Cup has generated $887m in revenue: FIFA

Calls for equal prize money are set to intensify after FIFA president Gianni Infantino revealed the Women's World Cup has pulled in nearly $900 million.

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Matildas turn up heat on A-Leagues, government

The A-League Women needs to capitalise on the success of the Matildas and midfielder Elise Kellond-Knight says that requires investment.

Australia to battle Saudis for Women's Asian Cup 2026

Football Australia want to ensure the Women's World Cup isn't a flash in the pan by bringing the 2026 Asian Cup to these shores.

Matildas score viewing records as flare 'idiots' fined

The Women's World Cup semi between the Matildas and Lionesses smashed television viewing records but concerns have been raised about the actions of some fans.

Matildas stars left to rue missed World Cup opportunity

Australia's semi-final defeat at their home Women's World Cup has potentially scuppered the silverware hopes of a glittering group of Matildas players.

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Matildas stars call for funding after World Cup run

Australia's players have demanded better funding for football and urged their plethora of new-found fans to stay on the bandwagon after the Women's World Cup.

Kerr unfazed by wondergoal, laments missed chances

A dejected Sam Kerr has rued her side's failure to convert in their semi-final loss to England.

Kerr's moment of magic not enough for Matildas

Sam Kerr stood up on the biggest stage for Australia but her wonder goal couldn't stop the Matildas exiting the World Cup at the semi-final stage.

England end Matildas' dream at Women's World Cup

The Matildas are out of the Women's World Cup after suffering a 3-1 loss to England in the semi-final and must now prepare for the third-placed play-off.

Fans flock to live sites as Matilda-mania takes over

Thousands of fans are expected to pack Stadium Australia for the Matildas' World Cup semi-final against England and millions more will tune in from home.

Matildas' belief sky-high for semi as WWC hype builds

Confidence is high and the Matildas are embracing the hype heading into their hotly anticipated Women's World Cup semi-final against England.

A-Leagues eye government funding to capitalise on WWC

The Matildas have captured Australia's attention and the domestic game's governing body is pushing for government funding to help enhance the A-League Women.

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