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Forget sharing the minutes; there are three distinct tiers in the Matildas Forget sharing the minutes; there are three distinct tiers in the Matildas

Matildas boss Joe Montemurro has spoken often about "continuity," which is bad news for those expecting a refresh of the squad.

Chaos reigns with 8 red cards, but USWNT proves it can win tough in Brazil Chaos reigns with 8 red cards, but USWNT proves it can win tough in Brazil

The United States' 1-0 win over Brazil was an ugly affair, but Emma Hayes will be proud of how her young team stood up in the face of adversity.

Lionel Messi scores in return as Argentina look to World Cup Lionel Messi scores in return as Argentina look to World Cup

Argentina captain Lionel Messi returned to the field for the first time in 16 days after suffering from muscle overload in his left hamstring, coming off the bench to score in a friendly against Iceland on Tuesday night.

U.S. official: Somalia's Omar Artan had suspected terror ties U.S. official: Somalia's Omar Artan had suspected terror ties

A United States official said Tuesday night that Omar Artan, the Somalian referee who was denied entry into the country ahead of the World Cup, was refused admission due to "association with suspected members of terror organizations."

Socceroos World Cup Daily: Socceroos calm as World Cup controversy brews Socceroos World Cup Daily: Socceroos calm as World Cup controversy brews

Join Joey Lynch and Alex Hatzikostas each day as they go behind the scenes in the Socceroos camp and give the inside word on all the action at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Argentina wins as Messi scores in cameo in front of 88k in Alabama Argentina wins as Messi scores in cameo in front of 88k in Alabama

Argentine legend Messi, who is working his way back from muscle fatigue ahead of the start of the FIFA World Cup, came on in the 70th minute and scored from the penalty spot right after in his team's 3-0 win over Iceland.