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Not talks today on proposed WWC23 finals holiday: PM

Not talks today on proposed WWC23 finals holiday: PM

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese won't be discussing a proposed public holiday for the Matildas with state and territory leaders when national cabinet meets.

Battle-hardened Spain ready for Women's World Cup final

Battle-hardened Spain ready for Women's World Cup final

Battle-hardened Spain ready for Women's World Cup final

Battle-hardened Spain ready for Women's World Cup final

Spain will play for their first major women's title on Sunday, defying their own tumultuous preparation to win through to the World Cup final.

England stand in the way of Australia's home fairytale

England stand in the way of Australia's home fairytale

England stand in the way of Australia's home fairytale

England stand in the way of Australia's home fairytale

England know what it's like to win a major tournament on home soil and stand in the way of the Matildas reaching the final of their home Women's World Cup.

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Spain beat Sweden to claim Women's World Cup final spot

Spain beat Sweden to claim Women's World Cup final spot

Spain have defeated Sweden 2-1 to book their place in the Women's World Cup final where they will meet the winner of Australia and England.

Matildas pile pressure on England, coy on Kerr minutes

Matildas pile pressure on England, coy on Kerr minutes

Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson insists England are the favourites in their Women's World Cup semi-final, while he's yet to decide if Sam Kerr will start.

Kerr not England's sole focus in World Cup semi-final

Kerr not England's sole focus in World Cup semi-final

Sam Kerr will be crucial to Australia's Women's World Cup semi-final against England but the Lionesses insist the Matildas are more than their superstar.

Dutton opposes public holiday celebration for Matildas

Dutton opposes public holiday celebration for Matildas

Peter Dutton says a proposed public holiday if the Matildas win the World Cup is an "ego trip" for the prime minister and will have no legacy impact.

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Australia Cup giantkillers learn their last-16 fate

Australia Cup giantkillers learn their last-16 fate

Australia Cup giantkillers learn their last-16 fate

Australia Cup giantkillers learn their last-16 fate

The draw for the Australia Cup last-16 has produced two all A-League Men ties and sent Campbelltown City, who knocked out holders Macarthur, to Melbourne.

Ex-NRL boss to oversee NSW stadia after Iemma falls ill

Ex-NRL boss to oversee NSW stadia after Iemma falls ill

Ex-NRL boss to oversee NSW stadia after Iemma falls ill

Ex-NRL boss to oversee NSW stadia after Iemma falls ill

A sudden illness requiring ongoing treatment had forced ex-NSW premier Morris Iemma to step down as chair of the body that oversees the SCG and other stadia.

Matildas not drawn on England Women's World Cup rivalry

Matildas not drawn on England Women's World Cup rivalry

Matildas not drawn on England Women's World Cup rivalry

Matildas not drawn on England Women's World Cup rivalry

The Matildas aren't buying into the national rivalry with England ahead of their Women's World Cup semi-final but can take heart from having beaten them.

Vilda in uneasy spotlight ahead of Spain's semi-final

Vilda in uneasy spotlight ahead of Spain's semi-final

Vilda in uneasy spotlight ahead of Spain's semi-final

Vilda in uneasy spotlight ahead of Spain's semi-final

Spain coach Jorge Vilda was in no mood to revisit a player mutiny as his side prepared for their Women's World Cup semi-final with Sweden.

Spain, Sweden set for high pressure World Cup semi

Spain, Sweden set for high pressure World Cup semi

Spain, Sweden set for high pressure World Cup semi

Spain, Sweden set for high pressure World Cup semi

Sweden coach Peter Gerhardssen says the first Women's World Cup semi-final, an all-Euro clash with Spain, will display "lovely football".

PM waves away concerns about Matildas public holiday

PM waves away concerns about Matildas public holiday

PM waves away concerns about Matildas public holiday

PM waves away concerns about Matildas public holiday

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says regardless of the final result, the nation must celebrate the Matildas for their "extraordinary" World Cup.

Blues-Reds draw, Spurs also held in EPL season openers

Blues-Reds draw, Spurs also held in EPL season openers

Blues-Reds draw, Spurs also held in EPL season openers

Blues-Reds draw, Spurs also held in EPL season openers

Chelsea and Liverpool have drawn 1-1 to begin their EPL campaigns, while Spurs started life under Australian manager Ange Postecoglou with a draw at Brentford.

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Matildas hero Cortnee Vine set for new Sydney FC deal

Winger Cortnee Vine is nearing a new contract with Sydney FC, rejecting an overseas move following her penalty heroics for the Matildas.

Boxes Australia must tick to consider hosting men's WC

Football Australia CEO James Johnson says Australia has work to do if it is to follow up the success of the Women's World Cup by hosting a men's edition.

'Riding the wave': Cahill backs Matildas to win WC

Tim Cahill says Australia's dream of winning the Women's World Cup is now a reality after a drama-filled shootout win over France sent them to the semi-final.

Matildas ready to keep World Cup dream time rolling

The Matildas are ready to keep the good times rolling against England after reaching the Women's World Cup semi-finals for the first time by beating France.

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Nationals reject calls for Matildas public holiday

Nationals leader David Littleproud has described himself as captain killjoy for hosing down the idea of a public holiday should the Matildas win the World Cup.

Kane leaves Spurs with 'good luck' shout to Postecoglou

Harry Kane, whose departure has left a massive hole for Ange Postecoglou, has wished the Australian good luck - but who's going to score for Spurs?

Matildas and Lionesses' new twist to Anglo-Aussie duels

The Lionesses' Dutch boss Sarina Wiegman says she's ready to be immersed in the deep and storied history of Australia's sporting rivalry with England.

Matildas to ponder Sam Kerr start in WWC semi-final

Sam Kerr played 65 minutes plus penalties against France and focus will turn to whether she can start Australia's Women's World Cup semi-final against England.

Brave Gorry stars for Matildas after family loss

Katrina Gorry had a heavy heart when she converted a stunning penalty to help send Australia through to the Women's World Cup semi-finals.

England beat Colombia, set up WC semi-final vs Matildas

England will play Australia for a place in the Women's World Cup final after defeating Colombia 2-1 in Sydney.

Super-sub Cortnee Vine delivers iconic Matildas win

Matildas winger Cortnee Vine stepped up to score the winning penalty in Australia's shootout with France that sealed a Women's World Cup semi-final berth.

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