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The #Matildas defeated Iran 4-0 to secure a spot in the #WomensAsianCup knockouts and we're breaking down all the talking points!

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‘Wartime traitors’: Iran state TV condemns women’s football team for anthem silence Iranian commentators have warned the lives of Iran’s national team “are in imminent danger”.

there is a very real public threat to the lives of Iran’s women’s national team players after state media accused them of being “wartime traitors” for refusing to sing the anthem. surely @ausgov.bsky.social cannot allow these players to return to Iran?!

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Joe Montemurro's 'messy' Matildas could just be Australia at their best After failing to dominate on the scoreboard against the Philippines, the Matildas flexed their muscle against Iran.

The Matildas had to win big. And they did.
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Introducing The Far Post Group Chat. Voice notes checking in with the first round of matches from the Women's Asian Cup!

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The #Matildas defeated the Philippines 1-0 to open their #WomensAsianCup campaign and we're breaking down all the talking points!

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i forgot to ask for pod questions here soooo hit us up (in the next 15 minutes)

Inevitable Sam Kerr goal leads Matildas to victory An inevitable Sam Kerr goal gave Australia a win in their opening match of the Women's Asian Cup against a compact Philippines side.

It wasn't the best #Matildas game I've ever watched but Kerr scored a vintage goal in her hometown, they played against a team whose game plan was not to play, and after the preparation they had, they believe they're going to grow into the Asian Cup #WAC2026

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Inevitable Sam Kerr goal leads Matildas to victory An inevitable Sam Kerr goal gave Australia a win in their opening match of the Women's Asian Cup against a compact Philippines side.

one for east coast sickos and west coast friends on the inevitable Sam-Kerr-in-Perth goal to open the Women's Asian Cup

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There were self doubts: Kerr opens up on hard journey Matildas captain Sam Kerr has opened up about the self doubts that crept in during her comeback from a knee injury, saying she is still about 15% off from her usual self.

More Kerr pregame thoughts
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Sam Kerr's excited about a lot of things ahead of the Matildas opening game of the Asian Cup against the Philippines tomorrow and that includes what she won't be talking about:

"I'm just really looking forward to being in a tournament and not talking about my left calf"

Why the 2026 Women's Asian Cup feels career-defining for Sam Kerr We've been here before: Sam Kerr, an Australian icon, on the verge of a home tournament -- and all the expectations that come with it. So why is an air of finality to it all?

We've been here before: Sam Kerr, an Australian icon, on the verge of a home tournament -- and all the expectations that come with it. So why is there an air of finality to it all?

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The #WomensAsianCup Group C preview is live! We're chatting Japan, Vietnam, India, and Chinese Taipei.

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Why the 2026 Women's Asian Cup feels career-defining for Sam Kerr We've been here before: Sam Kerr, an Australian icon, on the verge of a home tournament -- and all the expectations that come with it. So why is an air of finality to it all?

We've been here before: Sam Kerr, an Australian icon, on the verge of a home tournament -- and all the expectations that come with it. So why is there an air of finality to it all?

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Japan chasing redemption as they look to regain Women's Asian Cup crown Only a brave -- or foolish -- person will suggest Japan can't -- or won't -- win the AFC Women's Asian Cup, especially given Nadeshiko are chasing redemption.

Expectations are always high for Japan and they are out for redemption at this Asian Cup

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idk how much more explicitly it can be laid out for the men's team but i have no doubt this will go over their heads too. they're blinded by the orange glow emanating off their once shiny medals, supremely bothered that everyone has noticed they were happy to let their win become political

cutting from Sally Shipard's "I love penalty shootouts" immediately to Sam Kerr's "thank god i was not on the pitch" got a huge cackle out of me

History Makers: How the Matildas won the 2010 AFC Women's Asian Cup 🏆🇦🇺 YouTube video by Football Australia

Getting into Asian Cup mode and this doco from FA about the Matildas 2010 win is really enjoyable
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Women's Asian Cup 2026: How to watch the Matildas, fixtures, results -- all you need to know The Women's Asian Cup is on Australian soil and we've got all the answers to your questions about the tournament. When's the final? Is Sam Kerr playing? How can I watch the Matildas games?

And a real important one for all our international friends. We've got all you need to know about the tournament, including where you can watch the games!

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Blayney, Torcaso and the growing Australian influence in Asian Cup dugouts The A-Leagues are not just exporting players at a rapid rate. These days, the demand for Australian coaches, particularly in Asia, is sky-high.

Another from Joey... When we talk about Aussie footballing influence, we can talk about the Tillies playing across major leagues and Ange Postecoglou, but the growing Australian influence on dugouts across this Women's Asian Cup is huge

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Why the Philippines can create history at the Women's Asian Cup Fresh from winning the SEA Games gold medal, the Philippines have good reason to "not fear anyone" at this year's Women's Asian Cup.

The Philippines have plenty of familiar faces for Aussie fans and they believe they can make history at this tournament via the Joey Lynch

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The #WomensAsianCup Group B preview is live! We're chatting China, North Korea, Bangladesh, and Uzbekistan.

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just remembered canada couldn't score on a 5-on-3 pp. canucks behaviour (derogatory)

Ten players to watch at the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup On March 1, Asia's biggest names will gather in Australia for the AFC Women's Asian Cup. From breakout stars to inspirational captains, here are 10 players to keep an eye on.

ESPN's Women's Asian Cup hub is up and running. We've got scores, news, pods, videos, and yarns including 10 players to watch across the tournament from my colleague Gabe Tan!

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The #WomensAsianCup Group A preview is live! We're chatting #Matildas, Philippines, Iran, and South Korea.

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ICYMI we dissect the #Matildas squad ahead of the #WomensAsianCup

Some are complaining about the timing of the men's hockey gold medal game.
I am staying up on the wrong night bc I can't read.
We are not the same.

first pod in a thousand years for me and it was so much fun. tune in!

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Mary Fowler, Sam Kerr headline Matildas' 2026 Women's Asian Cup squad Mary Fowler and Sam Kerr headline a 26-player squad for the Matildas ahead of the Women's Asian Cup.

Good evening to the 26 players who have made the Matildas Asian Cup squad
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