‘Nothing changes’ for Matildas fans still standing after devastating exit

‘Nothing changes’ for Matildas fans still standing after devastating exit

Thousands turned out to Melbourne’s public viewing sites hours in advance of the semi-final. Some latecomers to Federation Square decided to push their way in.

  • byAlex Crowe andMax Walden

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FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia and England
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FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia and England

Australia and England during the FIFA Women’s World Cup semi-final game at Stadium Australia.

Win or lose,the Matildas have captured the nation’s heart

Win or lose,the Matildas have captured the nation’s heart

Irrespective of the result of the semi-final,the Matildas will always shine.

Matildas fans flock to watch Australia and England game
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Matildas fans flock to watch Australia and England game

Matildas fans flock to watch Australia and England do-or-die semi-final game.

Matildas bring ‘halo effect’ for Seven but commercial windfall limited

Matildas bring ‘halo effect’ for Seven but commercial windfall limited

Seven West Media boss James Warburton has toned down expectations of how much the network has benefited from the success of the Matildas.

  • byCalum Jaspan
‘Might be something in the water’:Qld roots behind Matildas’ historic charge

‘Might be something in the water’:Qld roots behind Matildas’ historic charge

Greatness beckons for the Matildas,and Queensland is at the heart of it. Here we break down the state’s roots behind the historic World Cup charge.

  • byNick Wright
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Falling in love with the beautiful game
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Falling in love with the beautiful game

You never forget the time you fall in love. For me,it was 30 years ago,and it’s a passion that changed my life.

  • byCameron Atfield
Football club’s sponsorship-for-tickets scheme sent to Fair Trading

Football club’s sponsorship-for-tickets scheme sent to Fair Trading

Fair Trading Minister Anoulack Chanthivong says A-League Women’s side Canberra United’s sponsorship offer in exchange for Matildas tickets “doesn’t look acceptable on face value”.

  • byMax Maddison
For the millions of new fans,this Matildas documentary is must-see TV

For the millions of new fans,this Matildas documentary is must-see TV

On the pitch,we can’t take our eyes off them. For the down time between games,try this series,in which Sam Kerr,Ellie Carpenter,Mary Fowler,Steph Catley and others talk about their journey to the World Cup.

  • byKerrie O'Brien
FIFA looks to cash in on Matildas’ success as 2026 men’s rights battle kicks off

FIFA looks to cash in on Matildas’ success as 2026 men’s rights battle kicks off

The raging success of the Matildas during the Women’s World Cup has boosted interest in the rights for the 2026 men’s tournament.

  • byCalum Jaspan
‘I’m exhilarated’:Federation Square erupts as the Matildas advance to the semi-finals

‘I’m exhilarated’:Federation Square erupts as the Matildas advance to the semi-finals

There was jubilation in the city as the Matildas sent it home,with flares lighting up the sky as thousands of Melburnians rejoiced together.

  • byAlex Crowe