Talia Younis (17) - Sharp first touch, live inswinger… will she become a consistent A-League starter? A 17-year-old right winger with senior-ready touch and a set-piece sting.

Kicking off our 25/26 A-League W season coverage with Talia Younis (17), Western Sydney Wanderers winger.

Impressive first touch, link up play, and an inswinger that sparked WSW’s goal.

Full breakdown: bit.ly/3LcHzIT

#ALeagueW #WSW #MatildasMonitor

Scouting Report: Alexis Pantazopoulos - Sixteen and Strong A press-first winger profile from South Melbourne’s 2-1 win vs Essendon Royals (NPLW VIC)

A 16-year-old holding her own in NPLW.

We break down Alexis Pantazopoulos’ profile, key moments, and projection:

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#MatildasMonitor #NPLW #WomensFootball

Scouting Report: Ava Briedis Match: Football Victoria Academy 2–6 Bulleen Lions

📝 Scouting Report: Ava Briedis

The 19-year-old CAM showed her class in Bulleen’s 6–2 win over FV Academy:
- 2 goals
- 1 assist
- Composure & power in midfield

Read the full report 👇
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#MatildasMonitor #NPLW #WomensFootball

EMC Report 006: NSW Sky vs Victoria Blue - Final A tight tactical battle crowned Victoria Blue as champions

Victoria Blue crowned 2025 Emerging Matildas champions after a tight 1–0 win over NSW Sky.

Top performers:
• Aeryn Tarrant
• Alexis Pantazopoulos
• Lana Elkordi
• Matilda Dias Wadewitz

Read the full scouting report:
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#EMC2025 #MatildasMonitor #WomensFootball

EMC Report 005: Queensland Maroon vs Victoria Blue – Semi Final Stalemate Tracking the next generation of Australian talent at the 2025 Emerging Matildas Championships

Queensland Maroon 0–0 Victoria Blue
(Victoria won 5–3 on pens)

No goals, but plenty of grit. We spotlight 5 standout performers from a tense Semi Final at the Emerging Matildas Championships.

Full scouting breakdown:
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EMC Report 004: Victoria BLUE vs Northern NSW (U16 QF) Tracking the next generation of Australian talent at the 2025 Emerging Matildas Championships

EMC Report 004 – Victoria BLUE vs Northern NSW (U16 QF)

A second-half push seals the win for Vic Blue in a match full of standout moments.

⭐️ Jugovic, Pantazopoulos, Goldman featured

Read it here:
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#WomensFootball #MatildasMonitor #Scouting

Scouting Report: Tahlia Franco – Composed Under Pressure, But Room to Grow After four years at Sydney FC, Tahlia Franco is back between the sticks with Macarthur Rams — and this weekend’s clash with Newcastle Jets gave us a clear look at where she’s at and where she could go...

🧤 Goalkeeper Watch: Tahlia Franco (Macarthur Rams)

A composed return to action in the NPLW after departing Sydney FC. Long-range distribution impressed. Sweeping still developing.

Read the full scouting breakdown →
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#MatildasMonitor #WomensFootball

We have our next Matildas Monitor scouting report locked in for Monday...

But who should we scout next?

Drop your suggestions below 👇

#Matildas #WomensFootball #MatildasMonitor

📈 Dev Tracker – Isabel Gomez

A breakout year for @CCMariners’ Isabel “Izzy” Gomez (22).

🧠 Smart. 🎯 Technical. 🔥 Tenacious.

7 goals, a Championship, Grand Final MVP — now Matilda #238 🇦🇺

From NPL to big-game match winner, Gomez is a midfield force on the rise.

#MatildasMonitor #MatildasMonitor

Winonah Heatley stands smiling with arms crossed, wearing the Australian national team’s yellow and green zigzag-patterned jersey. Her hair is tied back, and small tattoos are visible on both forearms.

Back in midfield 🇦🇺

Winonah Heatley stepped out of defence to dictate tempo for the Matildas v Argentina — calm, composed, and in control.
Full scout report:

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#MatildasMonitor #WomensFootball

Sasha Grove in action for Western United – 📸 via Western United FC

Alana Murphy – 📸 via Melbourne Victory

Winonah Heatley in action for the Matildas – 📸 via Matildas

Danella Butrus in action for Bulleen Lions – 📸 via @danellabutrus_

4 reports. 4 rising Aussie footballers.

🇦🇺 Who’s next on the #MatildasMonitor radar?

Sasha Grove – Western United
Alana Murphy – Melbourne Victory
Winonah Heatley – FC Nordsjælland
Danella Butrus – Bulleen Lions

Full reports → matildasmonitor.substack.com

#Matildas #WomensFootball #Scouting

Coming soon…

We’re preparing a match day scouting watchlist for Sunday’s Melbourne Victory vs @ccmarinersofficial.bsky.social Grand Final

Let us know who would you like to see featured? 👇

Stay tuned to #MatildasMonitor for our picks!

#ALW #Matildas #WomensFootball #Scouting

🔍 SCOUTING REPORT: SASHA GROVE 🇦🇺

Inverted LB. Pressing machine. Big engine.
Full-match analysis w/ radar charts & TacticalPad breakdowns.

📄 Read here → matildasmonitor.substack.com/p/scouting-r...

#Matildas #MatildasMonitor #ALW #WELvWUN

Stephanie Catley delivered a standout performance at centre back as Arsenal overturned a 2-goal deficit in the UWCL QF.

Left-footed, calm, and composed—with a vital assist to top it off.

📊 Full scout report in the graphic
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📝 Scout Report: Caitlin Foord

In Arsenal’s 0-1 FA Cup loss to Liverpool, Caitlin Foord stood out. Full of energy, sharp on the ball, and always looking to attack or press.

Full breakdown in the infographic!

#Matildas #CaitlinFoord #Arsenal #FACup #MatildasMonitor

Out of position as a left winger, Grant’s pressing & work rate stood out in Spurs’ 2-1 loss to Man City. Limited attacking impact but strong defensively & covered ground tirelessly. Just her 2nd start—plenty to build on! 💪

#MatildasMonitor #Matildas @barclayswslbot.bsky.social

SCOUT REPORT: HOLLY MCNAMARA

🇦🇺 A tough shift for McNamara in Australia’s 2-1 loss to the USA. Limited service but strong off-the-ball movement & pressing. Hardworking display despite the team’s struggles.

Full breakdown below! ⬇️

#USAvAUS #SheBelievesCup #MatildasMonitor @the-matildas.bsky.social

Scouting Spotlight: Katrina Gorry

West Ham’s captain shone in their 0-1 loss to Liverpool, showing leadership, composure, and technical ability. A playmaker who never stops working! 💪⚽️

Full scouting breakdown below 👇

#Matildas #BarclaysWSL #MatildasMonitor #WSL #WestHamwomen