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Matildas Tokyo 2020 Australian Olympians' Oath

"Once an Olympian, always an Olympian," Matildas share Tokyo 2020 Australian Olympians' Oath

Last week, the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) unveiled the Australian Olympians' Oath ahead of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. The Australian Olympians' Oath is an initiative of the AOC Athletes' Commission, to provide Olympic athletes with an enduring reflection of the cult

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Matildas Tokyo 2020 Olympic Team extended from 18 to 22 players

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has allowed four additional players to join the Australian women's football team for the Tokyo Olympics, increasing the overall squad number from 18 to 22. Originally travelling reserves, experienced internationals Mackenzie Arnold (go

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Be Their Champion: Support the Matildas at Tokyo 2020

This July, the Matildas and Olyroos will embark on one of the most unique Olympic experiences in history. While Aussies are unable to flock to Tokyo in numbers as originally planned, these players still need our support more than ever. So, we're calling all Australian footb

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"Ecstatic" Laura Brock soaking up every minute of Tokyo 2020

The expansion of Olympic football squads from 18 to 22 players has meant alternate players have become fully-fledged members of the team. It was a big deal for Mackenzie Arnold, Charlotte Grant, Courtney Nevin and Laura Brock, but it particularly means a lot for the latter.

Kyra Cooney-Cross getting off the team bus in Kyoto

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Player Profile: The journey of Kyra Cooney-Cross

Follow the journey of the young midfielder looking to play her role with the Matildas. Following a fantastic season in the W-League, Kyra Cooney-Cross has been rewarded with a chance to become a permanent member of the Matildas squad, surrounded by some of her football heroes.

Courtney Nevin in Matildas game against Sweden, June 2021

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Player Profile: from Blacktown to the world stage, Courtney Nevin's journey to the Matildas squad

From backyard goals to the biggest stage in the world, get to know the football journey of young defender, Courtney Nevin. When Courtney Nevin was just 14, she asked her father to build a practice goal at home to help improve her skill level.

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Arrival in Nara: Matildas welcomed in Japan

With only couple of days to go until the Matildas face Japan in their final warm up game, the team has arrived in the Japanese city of Nara to prepare. The city and its people have welcomed the Australian team with open arms, from banners and well-wishes in the hotel and at t

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NAIDOC WEEK 2021: Jada Whyman and how Country heals her

This year's theme for NAIDOC Week, 'Heal Country,' is one of special significance to Wiradjuri and Yorta Yorta woman, Jada Whyman, with her passion for healing Country coming from the way in which Country has healed her. The Future Matilda has spent her fair share of time side

Kyah Simon talking about the NAIDOC Week 2021 theme, Heal Country.

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NAIDOC WEEK 2021: Simon and Williams on healing Country

To celebrate NAIDOC Week 2021 and its theme, 'Heal Country,' we sat down with Kyah Simon and Lydia Williams to talk about their connection to Country and how we can heal our nation together. Proud Noongar woman, Lydia Williams, was born in Katanning, WA, but lived most of her

Ellie Carpenter and Steph Catley with their Tokyo 2020 Olympic Qantas boarding passes

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Tokyo 2020 Olympic Roster: Introducing the defenders

The groups have been drawn, the matches set, and now Australia has a squad for Tokyo! With only a few weeks to go until kick-off in the first game against New Zealand, it's time to meet the team that will be representing Australia. Next up are the women in the backline: th

Elise Kellond-Knight is substituted on for Hammarby after her ACL injury (instagram)

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Matildas Abroad: Kellond-Knight completes comeback

With Tokyo just around the corner, the Australians who are still in club land have been hard at work to help their teams before they link up with their national teammates. Here's a wrap of those still in action! ... Sitting on the bench and coming on in the 8

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Tough year for Steph Catley leads to Tokyo

An injury-plagued season for Steph Catley meant league appearances seemed far away, let alone making a second Olympic squad. However, her return to fitness was well-timed with the Victorian defender booking her ticket to Tokyo. "It feels amazing.

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Tokyo 2020 a childhood goal ticked off for Mary Fowler

After featuring in each of the Matildas friendlies this year and scoring her debut international goal, Mary Fowler has now booked her ticket to Tokyo. "It feels absolutely amazing to be selected for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

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"One day better" Gustavsson and Kerr on Tokyo 2020 aspirations

The Australian women's national team coach Tony Gustavsson, alongside Matildas captain Sam Kerr, virtually met with the media to discuss the upcoming Tokyo Olympics and the 18-player squad selected for the Games. Gustavsson will look to bring his plethora of Olympic experience

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Tokyo 2020 Olympic Roster: Introducing the goalkeepers

The groups have been drawn, the matches set, and now Australia has a squad for Tokyo! With only three weeks to go until kick-off in the first game against New Zealand, it's time to meet the team that will be representing Australia. Kicking things off are the women between