Westfield Matildas News

Matildas 1533189952

How to watch Westfield Matildas v Japan

The Westfield Matildas will be after revenge when they take on reigning AFC Asian Champions Japan tomorrow morning (kick-off 7.45am AEST) Alen Stajcic's side were beaten 1-0 in the 2018 AFC Women's Asian Cup Final back in April. READ: 'Just a bit of a sore nose': Carpenter

Matildas 1533165201

Tournament of Nations preview: Westfield Matildas v Japan

The next chapter in the Westfield Matildas’ rivalry with Japan will be written on Friday morning (AEST), when the two meet at the Tournament of Nations. While the Samurai Blue are playing for nothing more than pride, Alen Stajcic’s side are in the hunt to retain the title they

Lydia Williams
Matildas 1533159127

Williams outlines Westfield Matildas approach for vital Japan clash

Goal difference could prove crucial in Friday morning’s (AEST) clash with Japan but the Westfield Matildas won’t change their approach in their final match of the Tournament of Nations. That’s the message from goalkeeper Lydia Williams, who is adamant performance – rather than

Matildas 1533093990

'Just a bit of a sore nose': Ellie Carpenter on THAT falcon

Australians have a soft spot for a sporting falcon, and this was up there with the best. Or worst - if you're Ellie Carpenter that is. But few have shrugged off an accidental blow to the head as impressively as the teenage superstar. READ: How the Westfield Matildas can

Matildas 1533012718

Westfield Matildas eyeing “vengeance” against Japan

Westfield Matildas attacker Kyah Simon admits revenge for April’s AFC Women’s Asian Cup final loss against Japan will be added motivation in Friday morning’s (AEST) crucial Tournament of Nations clash. Alen Stajcic’s side were denied the Asian Cup title in Jordan earlier this

Matildas 1532988402

How the Westfield Matildas can win the 2018 Tournament of Nations

Australia’s 1-1 draw with the United States earlier this morning ensures that the 2018 Tournament of Nations will go right down to the final day. REPORT: Late heartbreak for Westfield Matildas STAJCIC: Head Coach upbeat despite last-gasp equaliser The United States, Braz

Matildas 1532931545

Opponent Watch: Japan downed by resurgent Brazil

Australia's Asian Football Confederation (AFC) rivals Japan went down 2-1 to Brazil in their Tournament of Nations clash earlier this morning (AEST). A frenetic final 15 minutes saw Brazil open the lead through Marta before sealing their first win of the tournament through Bea

Matildas 1532922055

Stajcic remaining buoyant despite late heartbreak against United States

As late equalisers go, Lindsey Horan's stoppage time strike was a particularly bitter pill to swallow. The Westfield Matildas were mere seconds away from another landmark victory over the United States in their thrilling clash earlier this morning. REPORT: Late heartbreak f

Matildas 1532913205

Late equaliser breaks Westfield Matildas hearts

A last-minute equaliser from Lindsey Horan has broken Australian hearts as the Westfield Matildas drew 1-1 with the United States at Pratt & Whitney Stadium, Connecticut. The Westfield Matildas appeared on the verge of laying down yet another landmark result against the world

Matildas 1532820218

Tournament of Nations to be streamed live and free on My Football Live App

If you weren’t able to catch the Westfield Matildas stunning 3-1 defeat over Brazil on Friday morning (AEST), you’ll have no excuse for the next two Tournament of Nations matches as they’re to be broadcast live on the ‘My Football Live’ app. In May, Football Federation Austral

Katrina Gorry in action against the USA at the 2015 FIFA World Cup.
Matildas 1532819890

How to get around Westfield Matildas v United States

The Westfield Matildas will be looking to make it five Tournament of Nations wins from as many attempts when they take on the United States on Monday morning (AEST). Last year, Australia claimed a historic win over America at this very tournament and will hope they can do so a

Emily van Egmond
Matildas 1532819271

Tournament of Nations ultimate guide: Westfield Matildas v United States

It's a rematch of the clash that transformed the Westfield Matildas from promising up-and-comers to potential global powerhouse. ... Australia's 1-0 upset over the United States at the Tournament of Nations last July provided the necessary proof for players and alike to believe th

Tameka Butt
Matildas 1532818952

Why the Westfield Matildas' giant-killing ace can stun the USA again

Tameka Butt is a veteran of two FIFA Women's World Cups  and three AFC Asian Cups. But her most telling contribution in green and gold may prove to be the lone goal she scored in the Westfield Matildas' 1-0 triumph over the United States 12 months ago. It was, in fairness,

Matildas 1532657769

Opponent Watch: United States in ominous form ahead of Westfield Matildas clash

The Westfield Matildas began their Tournament of Nations title defence with an impressive 3-1 win over Brazil earlier this morning. After the victory at Children’s Mercy Park, Australia’s tournament opponents United States and Japan took to the field. The host nation proved

Matildas 1532653893

Kellond-Knight delivers a stand-in showing to savour

If there was ever a time that symbolised the consummate professionalism of Elise Kellond-Knight, this morning's clash against Brazil was a decent reminder. ...preparations for the clash with the South American giants suffered a huge blow following the withdrawal of St