Westfield W-League News

Westfield Matildas at Newcastle Jets in 2018/19

Newcastle Jets loom as one of the most fascinating teams to track in this Westfield W-League this term. Not least because the reinvention of Larissa Crummer as a centre-back, a move initiated by Westfield Matildas coach Alen Stajcic, could make or break Craig Deans’ hopes of b

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Westfield Matildas at Melbourne City in 2018/19

Melbourne City represent something of a mini Westfield Matildas camp in between international breaks. Champions in each of the last three seasons, the glamour side has strengthened further with the recruitment of midfielder Tameka Butt and her former Brisbane Roar team-mate El

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Westfield Matildas at Brisbane Roar in 2018/19

Brisbane Roar have long provided a launchpad for Westfield Matildas and though two have departed, a strong core remains in place. Captain Clare Polkinghorne has been a mainstay at the back for club and country for over a decade and returns once again to lead her beloved hometo

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Westfield Matildas at Adelaide United in 2018/19

Adelaide United’s bid for a maiden Westfield W-League Finals Series berth has been given a major boost with the arrival of record-breaker Michelle Heyman. The Westfield W-League’s all-time leading scorer will add leadership, vital know-how around goal and a burning inner ambit

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Westfield Matildas at Melbourne Victory in 2018/19

After a seventh placed Westfield W-League finish last season, Melbourne Victory will be boosted by the addition of Westfield Matilda Emily Gielnik. The 26-year-old is a handful for defenders either through the middle or out wide and continues to be a handy impact weapon for Au

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Newcastle Jets re-sign American goalkeeper

Newcastle Jets have announced the re-signing of American goalkeeper Britt Eckerstrom ahead of the Westfield W-League 2018/19 season. The 25-year-old shot-stopper arrived in the Hunter last year and held the number one jersey all year as the Jets made a run to the Semi Finals.

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Adelaide sign exciting American forward

Adelaide United have announced the signing of American forward Veronica Latsko on loan for the Westfield W-League 2018/19 season. The 22-year-old signs on from National Women’s Soccer League side Houston Dash, where she scored four goals in 21 matches last season. BIG RECRU

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Victory confirm Orlando Pride double signing

Melbourne Victory have signed Orlando Pride duo Christine Nairn and Dani Weatherholt to their ranks for the upcoming Westfield W-League 2018/19 season. The American pair arrive in Australia after strong campaigns with the Pride, who finished seventh in the 2018 National Women'

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Westfield Young Matildas bound for Beirut

Westfield Young Matildas Head Coach Gary van Egmond named a 23-player squad on Tuesday to travel to Lebanon this month for the first phase of qualifying for the 2019 AFC U19 Women’s Championship. 23 of Australia’s brightest female footballers will compete in Group A of qualify

The Westfield Matildas celebrate a goal in he 3-2 win over Brazil in Newcastle.

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Chile matches crucial to 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup assault: van Egmond

Westfield Matildas midfielder Emily van Egmond says Australia intend to make history and win the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup in France. Australia’s preparation for the big tournament next year ramps up with the visit of Chile in two friendlies next month. Those matches agai

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Westfield W-League profile: Get to know Perth Glory

Perth Glory will make history this season when they take to the field with Sam Kerr as the first marquee in Westfield W-League history. While the striker's return home has buoyed Perth ahead of the new campaign, there are plenty of other reasons for Glory fans to get excited f

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Chidiac scores again to continue great Spanish form

Westfield Matildas midfielder Alex Chidiac’s bright start to her Atletico Madrid career continued as the 19-year-old bagged another goal in a 3-1 win over Sevilla on Sunday (AEDT). In just her fourth appearance for the Spanish giants, Chidiac came off the bench to score, a str

Amber Brooks signs for Adelaide United Westfield W-League 2018/19

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Reds announce two more signings days out from their Westfield W-League campaign

Adelaide United have bolstered their squad with a blend of youth and experience, signing United States international Amber Brooks and promising youngster Charlotte Grant. Brooks joins the Reds on loan from National Women's Soccer League outfit, Houston Dash, who she has repres

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How to get around the Westfield Matildas in November

With the Westfield Matildas homeward bound after their European tour, all eyes turn to the team’s November fixtures against Chile. Alen Stajcic’s side will return to Australian soil to host the South American side in two crucial pre-FIFA Women’s World Cup hit-outs in Penrith a

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Defensive duo snapped up

Perth Glory is delighted to confirm that Natasha Rigby and Grace Henry have signed with the club for the Westfield W-League 2018/19 Season. Full-back Rigby, who hails from Margaret River, is on board for her third campaign having debuted for Glory in 2016 and subsequently chal