The Matildas have captured Australia's attention and the domestic game's governing body is pushing for government funding to help enhance the A-League Women.
Melissa Barbieri made national headlines for a Tweet last week calling for more government funding in football. Ahead of the World Cup Semi Final, she pens a passionate column for KEEPUP explaining what drove that comment.
Jessica McDonald has detailed how an initial spell in the A-Leagues at Melbourne Victory, coupled with her season at Western United and her media duties at the World Cup have all helped shape her life journey.
With 19 international caps to her name to go with nine goals and seven assists scored in 27 A-League Women appearances since 2021, Jale is a significant addition to Glory's attacking ranks.
The updates come after a landmark five-year agreement was struck in 2021, as the Liberty A-League expands to 12 teams with the re-introduction of Central Coast Mariners in 2023-24
James, 20, was a key figure in Australia's 2022 FIFA U20 Women's World Cup campaign, and arrives at Perth following 12 league appearances for Melbourne City last season.