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Australia's Matildas and Japan's women's soccer team just made history off the field, joining forces to demand equal prize money after their record-breaking Asian Cup. The tournament drew 355,528 fans but offered just $2.62 million in prizes compared to $21.54 million for the men.
Just eight days after Australia's heartbreaking Asian Cup final defeat, Sam Kerr bounced back with a stunning goal to lead Chelsea to a crucial 4-3 victory. The win keeps the Blues in the hunt for Champions League qualification with three matches remaining.
Despite a narrow 1-0 loss to Japan in the Asian Cup final, Australia's women's soccer team showed their best football in years. Coach Joe Montemurro believes the team's golden age is just beginning, not ending.
A spirited group of 40 young Japanese-Australian cheerleaders are bringing their chants and performances to support Team Japan at Saturday's Women's Asian Cup final in Sydney. Despite being vastly outnumbered by Matildas fans, the Sydney Sakura Kids Cheerleaders want their team to know they have hometown support.
Kaitlyn Torpey wasn't even starting for Australia's women's soccer team a week ago. Now she's playing a key role in tonight's Asian Cup final against Japan, thanks to relentless work and a goldfish memory.
The Matildas take on Japan in Sydney's Women's Asian Cup final before a record-breaking crowd. The tournament has shattered attendance records, proving women's soccer continues its meteoric rise across Asia.
Japan delivered a masterclass performance, defeating South Korea 4-1 to set up a thrilling Women's Asian Cup final against Australia. The showcase of skill and teamwork promises an epic showdown at Stadium Australia this Saturday.
Australia's Sam Kerr scored a brilliant goal to defeat China 2-1 in the Asian Cup semifinal, sending her team to Saturday's final in Sydney. The Matildas are now one win away from their first Asian Cup title in 16 years.
Australia captain Sam Kerr delivered a breathtaking goal in front of her hometown crowd, securing a 2-1 victory over China and sending the Matildas to their fourth Women's Asian Cup final. The hosts will face either Japan or South Korea on Saturday as they chase their first continental trophy since 2010. #
Australia's women's soccer team secured a thrilling 2-1 semifinal victory over China at Perth Stadium, booking their place in the 2026 Asian Cup final. Goals from Caitlin Foord and Sam Kerr powered the Matildas through in front of their home crowd.
Australia's women's soccer team punched their ticket to the Asian Cup semifinals with a thrilling 2-1 victory over North Korea, earning an automatic spot in the 2027 World Cup. Over 16,000 fans witnessed captain Sam Kerr and goal-scoring star Alanna Kennedy deliver the magic moments that mattered most.
Sam Kerr led Australia to victory over North Korea in a nail-biting quarterfinal, punching the Matildas' ticket to next year's World Cup in Brazil. The Chelsea forward scored one goal and set up another as Australia turned just two shots into goals against a relentless opponent.
Sixteen years after her backflip goal launched her career, Sam Kerr leads Australia's Matildas into a quarter-final rematch against North Korea in her hometown of Perth. A win secures their spot in the 2027 Women's World Cup.
As Iranian women's soccer players struggle to reach their families during an internet blackout, Australia's coach is asking his team to show humanity on the field. Thursday's match will be more than just a game.
Australian soccer star Amy Sayer is celebrating the courage of Iran's women's team for competing in the Asian Cup while their homeland faces conflict. The teams share a hotel on Australia's Gold Coast ahead of their Thursday match.
Australia's soccer captain Sam Kerr celebrated her return to form with her first international goal since November 2023, leading the Matildas to victory in front of 44,379 roaring fans. After years battling injuries, the superstar striker is finding her confidence again just when her country needs her most.
Sam Kerr headed home the winning goal as Australia launched their home Asian Cup campaign with a 1-0 victory over the Philippines in Perth. The win marks a promising start for the Matildas in front of passionate home fans still riding the wave of their 2023 World Cup magic.
Australian soccer star Sam Kerr netted her first goal on home soil in nearly three years, leading the Matildas to a 1-0 victory over the Philippines in the Women's Asian Cup opener. The comeback moment marks a turning point for Kerr after a challenging injury recovery since the 2023 World Cup.
Australian soccer captain Sam Kerr is back on the field after an 18-month battle with a knee injury that left her doubting herself. Now leading the Matildas at the Asian Cup, she's proving that comeback stories don't need to be perfect to be powerful.
Australia kicks off the Women's Asian Cup on home soil Sunday, with soccer stars Sam Kerr and Mary Fowler back after injury recoveries. The tournament brings 12 nations together across three cities through March 21.
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