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‘No excuse’: Search for flare-throwers after rowdy fans storm Fed Square
Dozens of flares were set off at Federation Square during the Matildas’ semi-final clash, with a rowdy crowd overwhelming security at the popular World Cup fan site.
- by Eliza Sum, Broede Carmody and Alex Crowe
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Soccer surge: How the Matildas are inspiring WA girls to take up the beautiful game
Little girls are flocking to soccer clubs with dreams of being the next Sam Kerr.
- by Mark Naglazas
‘Nothing changes’ for Matildas fans still standing after devastating exit
Thousands turned out to Melbourne’s public viewing sites hours in advance of the semi-final. Some latecomers to Federation Square decided to push their way in.
- by Alex Crowe and Max Walden
FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia and England
Australia and England during the FIFA Women’s World Cup semi-final game at Stadium Australia.
Win or lose, the Matildas have captured the nation’s heart
Irrespective of the result of the semi-final, the Matildas will always shine.
Matildas fans flock to watch Australia and England game
Matildas fans flock to watch Australia and England do-or-die semi-final game.
Matildas bring ‘halo effect’ for Seven but commercial windfall limited
Seven West Media boss James Warburton has toned down expectations of how much the network has benefited from the success of the Matildas.
- by Calum Jaspan
‘Might be something in the water’: Qld roots behind Matildas’ historic charge
Greatness beckons for the Matildas, and Queensland is at the heart of it. Here we break down the state’s roots behind the historic World Cup charge.
- by Nick Wright
Perspective
Matildas
Falling in love with the beautiful game
You never forget the time you fall in love. For me, it was 30 years ago, and it’s a passion that changed my life.
- by Cameron Atfield
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State Parliament
Football club’s sponsorship-for-tickets scheme sent to Fair Trading
Fair Trading Minister Anoulack Chanthivong says A-League Women’s side Canberra United’s sponsorship offer in exchange for Matildas tickets “doesn’t look acceptable on face value”.
- by Max Maddison
For the millions of new fans, this Matildas documentary is must-see TV
On the pitch, we can’t take our eyes off them. For the down time between games, try this series, in which Sam Kerr, Ellie Carpenter, Mary Fowler, Steph Catley and others talk about their journey to the World Cup.
- by Kerrie O'Brien