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First Cap: Clare Polkinghorne’s uneventful debut in an eventful match

One of Australia's most capped and decorated players, the defender shares her memories and feelings from her international debut.

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Ellie Carpenter signs with women's football powerhouse Olympique Lyonnais

Westfield Matildas defender Ellie Carpenter has signed with one of the most dominant teams in women's football, Olympique Lyonnais. ... Carpenter's move to the French side follows an agreement being struck between American side Portland Thorns and the current European Champions,

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12 months on from France, Karly Roestbakken reflects on Westfield Matildas debut

The defender explains the moments that led to her debut as a senior international, during one of the most memorable matches in Westfield Matildas World Cup history. For Karly Roestbakken, the lead up to the FIFA Women's World Cup in France was a whirlwind. While the Westfield

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"You really got to do what you love" Kyah Simon opens up on an exclusive Zoom chat

For the past 12 years Westfield Matildas forward Kyah Simon has represented Australia on the world's biggest stages. On a very special Zoom session, 24 lucky competition winners had the chance to ask questions and gain insights from the World Cup player and Olympian. Kyah S

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Five memorable Lisa De Vanna moments

On this day five years ago, Westfield Matildas' striker Lisa De Vanna joined the pantheon of Australian women's football greats with her 100th appearance for the national team.

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The moment that still makes Jenna McCormick feel "lucky"

If six years ago you had told Westfield Matildas' defender Jenna McCormick that she would represent her country, she wouldn't have believed you. All it took was a photo. As the 25-year-old took a deep breath on the Westfield Matildas Zoom Sessions, the memories of her i

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A tale of three Westfield Matildas' Mothers: "You have just got to be there to support them.”

Ask most footballers and they will cite the support of their parents as a major factor in their success and that is no different for the Westfield Matildas.

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2010 Asian Cup Rewind: Dodd - The Matildas are a national symbol of global modernity

On the night the Westfield Matildas created history at the 2010 AFC Women's Asian Cup, Moya Dodd (cap 42) was there to proudly witness the moment in her capacity as a member of the AFC Women's Football Committee.

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2010 Asian Cup Rewind: Westfield Matildas crowned champions of Asia

The Westfield Matildas have been crowned the 2010 AFC Women's Asian Cup Champions with Kyah Simon securing the winning penalty for Australia on a night of challenging conditions at Chengdu Sports Centre. It is Australia's major silverware - men's or women's - since joining

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2010 Asian Cup Rewind: Kate Gill - “I stuck my hand up to do it.”

Kate Gill was one of the Westfield Matildas' key forward in their 2010 AFC Women's Asian Cup campaign. The one time captain and highest all time goalscorer looks back at the tournament a decade on. It was a moment that Australia had found few and far between - the ball dee

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How to watch full match of Westfield Matildas v DPR Korea 2010 AFC Women's Asian Cup Final

This Saturday night, join us in reliving the 2010 AFC Women's Asian Cup Final with a full match replay of the historic match. After overcoming Japan in the Semi-Final, DPR Korea awaits in the show-piece event held in Chengdu, China. The Westfield Matildas will be looking t

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Aussies Abroad: Women's Super League season ended immediately

The FA Women's Super League & Women's Championship Board have confirmed the decision to end the 2019-20 season for the Barclays FA Women's Super League with immediate effect. It was hoped the season would resume along with the men's English Premier League, however, following "

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A Numbers Game: Taking Kerr of Business

In collaboration with Opta, our new series takes a look at the stats behind the evolution of our Westfield Matildas stars over the past couple of years. First up is our captain, and goalscoring machine, Sam Kerr. The trajectory of Samantha Kerr's football career has been a

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2010 Asian Cup Rewind: Australia finish second in Group B following China defeat

The Westfield Matildas' suffered their first loss of the 2010 AFC Women's Asian Cup campaign, falling to hosts China PR in a top-of-the-group clash. An impressive long-range effort by China's 21-year-old star Zhang Rui was the decider between the hosts and the form team of the

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Emily Gielnik is redefining success and herself

Thehighs and lows of football not only define someone as football, but also as person.

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