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11 years ago

Aussie referees receive FIFA scholarship funding

Australian Assistant Referees Allyson Flynn and Sarah Ho have been offered scholarship funding through the FIFA Goal Project. The FIFA Goal Project is managed by FFA’s Women’s Football Development Manager Sarah Walsh with the funding assisting Allyson and Sarah with...

11 years ago

Matildas star guided by ex-Socceroo Dad

With a famous footballing father, Westfield Matildas midfielder Emily van Egmond never had to look too far if she needed any advice on the challenges of international football. Dad Gary was always happy to oblige. “There’s times he likes to...

11 years ago

Sleepless Matilda dreaming of World Cup glory

Sam Kerr, the 21-year-old super striker for the Westfield Matildas, might possess searing pace, ooze confidence and show maturity beyond her years but getting a good night’s sleep is another matter entirely. While she is sure to be a major...

11 years ago

Superstar Gorry reveals the fire that drives her

Katrina Gorry has spoken about the stinging criticism as a youngster that put the “fire” in her to become one of the world’s best players and a key figure for the Westfield Matildas at next month’s World Cup. The 22-year-old...

11 years ago

TEST share article to W-League + Football Australia

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11 years ago

FFA welcomes Melbourne City to the Westfield W-League

Football Federation Australia (FFA) Chief Executive Officer David Gallop has today welcomed news that Melbourne City Football Club will join the Westfield W-League competition from the 2015/16 season. The continued growth of the Westfield W-League was a strategic pillar of...

11 years ago

Westfield Matildas name World Cup squad

Westfield Matildas Head Coach Alen Stajcic today named the 23-player squad for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2015™ Canada which will be held from 6 June to 5 July. The squad announcement follows an intense four-month preparation in Australia and...

11 years ago

Canberra United name new coach

Canberra United FC have announced the appointment of Rae Dower as Head Coach for seasons eight and nine of the Westfield W-League. Dower was assistant to Elisabeth Migchelsen during the club’s championship winning season last year and makes the natural...

11 years ago

Lisa De Vanna scores in World Cup milestone match

Melbourne Victory W-League star Lisa De Vanna scored in her 100th ‘A’ international appearance for the Matildas as a gallant Australia was beaten 3-1 by USA at the FIFA Women’s World Cup on Tuesday (AEST). Matildas co-captain De Vanna, who...

11 years ago

FFA celebrates AFC Women’s Football Day

Sunday 8 March 2015 is the inaugural celebration of the AFC Women’s Football Day, which coincides with International Women’s Day. AFC Women’s Football Day is designed to recognise, celebrate and promote the development of women’s football. As part of this celebration, Football...

11 years ago

Women’s football making significant strides in Oz

The visit of the FIFA Women’s World Cup Trophy and ‘Live Your Goals’ tour to Australia has provided an opportunity to highlight the current standing and progress being made in women’s football down under. A special function held in the...

11 years ago

Mentor program begins for female coaches

Today marks a significant time in the aspirations of six budding female coaches as the newly established female coaches mentor program officially commences. From the expressions of interest submitted, the field was narrowed down and the first beneficiaries of the...