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live:England has penalty overturned by VAR in knockout game against Nigeria ahead of Matildas' clash with Denmark
The Matildas meet Denmark for a spot in the quarter-finals of the FIFA Women's World Cup, after England takes on Nigeria in Brisbane. Follow live.
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analysis:Can the Matildas unshackle themselves from their underdog story to dominate Denmark?
Australia are favourites to defeat Denmark in the round of 16. But does the team see itself in the same way?
What time do the Matildas play tonight? Get up to speed
Australia is set to play for a spot in the quarterfinals of the FIFA Women's World Cup tonight. Here's what you need to know before the Matildas run onto the pitch.
Live sport can be challenging for neurodivergent fans. Here's what support is available at the Women's World Cup
FIFA is providing assistance to fans with autism, ADHD and PTSD, in the form of sensory rooms, visual cue cards and more. But does more need to be done?
Five quick hits — Sweden sinks USA by this much and Sam Kerr set for first World Cup minutes
The reigning champions are knocked out by VAR and a phenomenal goalkeeper, as Sam Kerr is set to finally take the field. Here are five talking points from the Women's World Cup.
Five Quick Hits — Magnificent Miyazawa does it again, Sam Kerr says yes for Denmark, and own goals top the charts
A Japanese midfielder is the surprise leader in the race for the Golden Boot, Sam Kerr says yes for the Denmark game and the own goals are flying in — here are five talking points from the Women's World Cup.
USA suffer historic World Cup knock-out after dramatic penalty shoot-out
Two-time defending Women's World Cup champions USA are knocked out in the round of 16 by Sweden, 5-4 on penalties in Melbourne/Naarm.
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analysis:'Sign of the times': How football's emerging nations are challenging its established powers
Colombia, Morocco, Jamaica, South Africa, and Nigeria have all progressed to the World Cup knockouts. So how did they do it?
The FIFA Women's World Cup, as seen through the eyes of its youngest fans
Can Australia's football ndustry use the World Cup momentum to grow the game domestically?
Meet the local heroes championing women's football around Australia
As the Matildas are celebrated for their success at the FIFA Women's World Cup, we turn the spotlight on the grassroots heroes — the beating heartbeat of the game.
Japan and Spain impress in progressing to World Cup quarter-finals, Kerr says she'll play
Japan and Spain both put their hands up as World Cup contenders with impressive wins in their round of 16 clashes.
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analysis:The excited, young Matildas fans sit in stark contrast with how the AFL supports its own women's league
The tournament and the love being shown for the world game by the young fans drew an immediate contrast with how the AFL supports its own women's league, writes Virginia Trioli.
Major events are rarely accessible to disabled people. Is the Women's World Cup any different?
From having their seats given away, to being made to feel unwelcome, people with disabilities have long felt on the outer at major events. So what has FIFA been doing to make this Women's World Cup more accessible?
FIFA investigates Zambia coach after misconduct complaint
Football authorities are investigating a misconduct complaint involving Zambia's head coach Bruce Mwape at the FIFA Women's World Cup.
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analysis:'Pay them!': Nigeria, Jamaica, South Africa success stories highlight World Cup inequalities
The African and Caribbean nations have qualified for the Women's World Cup knock-outs, but their success belies the challenges they've been battling back home.
What does a sporting mascot say about a country?
Some mascots are cutesy, some are nationalistic, and some aim to make a statement. So what's the story behind the mascots throughout FIFA Women's World Cup history?
Five quick hits — Germany's pain may be Matildas' gain
Germany, two-time champions and number two-ranked side are out, but Morocco's Atlas Lionesses are dreaming of further success after victory against Colombia.
Germany knocked out of World Cup, Morocco through after win against Colombia
Germany is knocked out of the FIFA Women's World Cup after a 1-1 draw with South Korea, while Morocco beat Colombia 1-0 in Perth to keep their tournament alive.
World Cup five quick hits — Brazil great Marta bows out as another Marta scores possible goal of the tournament
Panama captain Marta Cox scores a stunning free kick against France, the World Cup career of a legend ends, and South Africa takes down football giants. Here are five quick hits from Wednesday's matches.
With Canada's World Cup elimination, football's greatest striker takes a quiet bow
Christine Sinclair was quietly subbed off at half-time against the Matildas, drawing to a close a monumental World Cup career in a fittingly understated fashion.
Tears flow as Jamaica expel Brazil and legendary striker Marta from World Cup
The Reggae Girlz stun Brazil by holding on for a draw, meaning Marta and her team are eliminated at the group stage.
Five quick hits — United States survives by width of the post, fire alarm stops play, Lauren James stars for England
Defending champion the United States stays alive in the Women's World Cup by the width of a post, England's Lauren James destroys China's hopes, and a false fire alarm interrupts play in Auckland. These are the five talking points from last night.
Denmark book Matildas showdown as England's Lionesses roar in demolition of China
England deliver their best performance of the World Cup as Denmark book a knockout stage showdown with the Matildas.
Matildas to take on Denmark next at Women's World Cup
The results from this week's matches mean the Aussies will be playing Denmark on Monday — and they'll be hitting the field in their yellow jerseys.
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analysis:Without their biggest star, the Matildas' win over Canada showed us who they really are
With their greatest-ever Women's World Cup victory, the Matildas have shown they are so much more than just Sam Kerr.