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Hayley Raso, Kyah Simon and Caitlin Foord with their Tokyo 2020 Olympic Qantas boarding passes

Social media reacts to Matildas Tokyo 2020 Olympic selection

Earlier today, coach Tony Gustavsson released his 18-player squad for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, with many showing their excitement and intrigue for what this side can produce in Japan. With less than a month to go before the Olympic flame is lit in Japan's capital city of Tokyo

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Matildas team locked in for Tokyo with official Olympic selection

The Australian Olympic Committee has selected the 18-strong women's football squad to the Australian Olympic Team. Captained by Sam Kerr, the Matildas squad boasts 12 returning Rio Olympians for their second Games and six set to make their Olympic debut in Tokyo. Falling to

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Westfield Matildas to complete tournament tune up against Japan

The Westfield Matildas will complete their preparations for Tokyo with a mouthwatering clash against Japan on 14 July 2021 at Sanga Stadium, Kyoto. Australia's final match before commencing their Games campaign, the encounter will see the two top-ranked nations in the Asian F

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Transition Camp commences as Westfield Matildas preparations enter new phase

With the countdown to Tokyo continuing, the Westfield Matildas are taking part in a transition camp in Sweden to further prepare for the tournament. Speaking from camp, Westfield Matildas assistant coach Mel Andreatta explained the purpose of the camp ahead of squad selection

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Tony Gustavsson buoyed by better defensive display

The Westfield Matildas recorded a scoreless draw against Sweden in their final competitive match before Tokyo. While the stalemate halts a run of three consecutive losses, the result left Australia's head coach, Tony Gustavsson feeling "mixed".

Teagan Micah collects the ball in her debut game v Sweden

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Milestone Matildas reflect on Sweden draw

A scoreless draw with Sweden was the setting for some important achievements made by Westfield Matildas. Teagan Micah became cap number 212, recording a clean sheet in her debut between the sticks while Hayley Raso brought up appearance number 50. Raso, well into

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Westfield Matildas share spoils with Sweden in scoreless draw

The Westfield Matildas rounded out the June window with a 0-0 draw against Sweden in Kalmar. Teagan Micah made her international debut for Australia and was rewarded with a clean sheet for her efforts. It was a strong overall performance defensively with the side

Emily Gielnik v Denmark June 2021 friendly

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Emily Gielnik: "Everyone should be fighting for a starting 11 spot"

Emily Gielnik is just one of the players who will feel right at home when the Westfield Matildas play against Sweden in the final friendly of the June window. After entering the game in the 68th minute and playing a role in Australia's two goals, she and the rest of the team a

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How to watch Matildas Insider: Sweden preview show

The Westfield Matildas wrap up the June window with a clash against Sweden. ... Before the match kicks off at 2.45am AEST on Wednesday morning, tune in to Matildas Insider for a comprehensive preview of the clash, hosted by Alicia Ferguson. ...ide Ferguson will be We

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Five things about our opponent: Sweden

Ahead of Tokyo, the Westfield Matildas round out the June window with a hitout against Sweden. ... Here's a quick guide to our opponents. FIFA World Ranking: 5 ...Form: Sweden has had a successful first half of 2021, winning matches in the February, April, and June wind

Team huddle before the Australia v Denmark friendly

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How to watch Westfield Matildas v Sweden

The Westfield Matildas are looking to bounce back and build on their strong finish against Denmark as they take on Sweden.

Emily van Egmond on the ball in her 100th game

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Matildas Milestones: 100 games for Emily van Egmond

Emily van Egmond etched her name into the Australian football history books, becoming the eighth woman to earn 100 caps for her country. Her love for football began at a young age.

Tony Gustavsson on the sideline against Denmark

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Another round of "learnings and positives" for Gustavsson after Danish defeat

A disappointing result has not stopped Tony Gustavsson from taking out both the positives and opportunities to learn following his team's 3-2 loss to Denmark. "You're always disappointed when you lose.

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Good patches highlight what's to come for Westfield Matildas

While the result was not ideal, the Westfield Matildas once again took plenty out of their 3-2 defeat to Denmark. A bright start highlighted the kind of football the team wants to play with chances aplenty and even a goal ruled offside. "We're obviously really disap

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100 games for van Egmond as Denmark defeat Westfield Matildas

Australia's Tokyo preparations continued with a 3-2 defeat at the hands of Denmark. A strong finish from the Westfield Matildas saw the team score twice in the final five minutes.