Aivi Luik is back with the Matildas -- does it bode well for Australia ahead of Women's Asian Cup?
Aivi Luik's call-up reveals the pressure that Matildas manager Tony Gustavsson is feeling to get Australia a big result at the Women's Asian Cup.
Matildas include surprise Luik for Asian Cup
Aivi Luik is a surprise call-up for the Matildas as coach Tony Gustavsson eyes Australia winning the Women's Asian Cup for a second time.
MPs call for 'Kerr Law' to protect female players
Members of a parliamentary group have called for women's soccer to be brought under legislation that allows police to arrest fans who break the law.
Kerr-blam! Chelsea star flattens pitch invader
Chelsea star Sam Kerr received a yellow card for flattening a pitch invader during the Blues' 0-0 Champions League draw with Juventus on Wednesday.
Sydney's Stadium Australia to host '23 WWC final
Sydney will host the 2023 Women's World Cup final at Stadium Australia on Aug. 20, while co-hosts New Zealand kick off the tournament in Auckland.
Wheeler could be the Matildas' missing piece of the puzzle
Clare Wheeler's nine-minute cameo on Tuesday offered a glimpse of something Matildas fans have crying out for: a proper defensive midfielder.
USWNT stock watch: Who is up, down after Australia friendlies?
The two games in Australia provided a great test for an experimental USWNT team. Who performed beyond expectations, and who is falling behind?
Australia nab late friendly equaliser vs. USWNT
A massive deflection saw Australia grab a late equaliser against the USWNT as their second friendly match ended 1-1 on Tuesday.
USWNT denied win in final moments of Australia clash (1:37)
A tale of two debutants: USWNT rout puts spotlight on Australia's lack of depth
Jessika Nash and Casey Murphy made their debuts Saturday. Their selection, and the 3-0 result, underlined the gulf between the USWNT and Matildas.
USWNT hand Matildas reality check
The United States Women's National Team defeated Australia after scoring in 24 seconds, but the Matildas were left to lament missed chances.
Youthful USWNT beats Australia in international friendly (1:31)
Why USWNT may be better off losing in Australia
The U.S. women are visiting a tough Australia team for two friendlies, but there's method behind the move. Defeats could do them good, too.
ESPN Exclusive: James Johnson's roadmap to promotion and relegation in Australia
Football Australia CEO James Johnson has confirmed to ESPN that the organisation has settled on two final models for a national second tier.
Socceroos and Matildas facing vital 12 months (1:10)
USWNT to play two-game series in Australia
The United States national women's team will head to Australia this month for a two-friendly series against the 2023 World Cup co-hosts.
Matildas to face former boss Stajcic in Asian Cup
Alen Stajcic's knowledge of the Matildas will pose a "unique challenge" in the 2022 Asian Cup in India, assistant Mel Andreatta has said.
Australia-NZ unveils '23 Women's World Cup logo
The 2023 Women's World Cup logo has been revealed, with tournament organisers incorporating Maori and Indigenous Australian designs into its look.
Can Gustavsson solve the Matildas' midfield conundrum?
Very early on, there was a passage of play that strikingly encapsulated everything that is both good and bad about Tony Gustavsson's Matildas.
Matildas stung by Brazil fightback in thrilling 2-2 draw
The Matildas' wait for back-to-back wins under Tony Gustavsson continues after his side surrendered a two-goal lead against Brazil to draw 2-2.
Matildas wary as Brazil set to start Marta, Debinha
Halting the double-pronged threat of Marta and Debinha is a welcomed headache for Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson as his side face Brazil on Tuesday.
Van Egmond shines as Matildas beat Brazil
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson was able to cap his first game on Australian soil with a 3-1 win over Brazil thanks to a cameo from Emily van Egmond.
Matildas' defence, midfield in spotlight against Brazil
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson is committed to his team playing a fearless blend of up-tempo, possession-based, high-pressing, attacking football.
Matildas playing Brazil to fulfil stated legacy
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson says "we're heading somewhere to leave this game better than when we arrived"; the team needs to execute immediately.
Carpenter, Simon, Foord back in Matildas squad
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson has named Australia's 23-player squad to face world No. 7 Brazil in Sydney next week.
2020 Oly Ladder
| Group E | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Britain | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +3 | 7 |
| Canada | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +1 | 5 |
| Japan | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Chile | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -4 | 0 |
| Group F | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Netherlands | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +13 | 7 |
| Brazil | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +6 | 7 |
| Zambia | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -8 | 1 |
| China | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -11 | 1 |
| Group G | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Sweden | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +7 | 9 |
| United States | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +2 | 4 |
| Australia | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 4 |
| New Zealand | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -8 | 0 |
2020 Team LeadersWomen's Olympic Tournament
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsWomen's Olympic Tournament
Goal Difference-2Tied-7th
Goals Scored114th
Assists113rd
Goals Conceded1310th