Polias' form turning into a Matildas headache
Sydney FC stalwart Teresa Polias is in such good form that an Olympics call-up surely beckons. PLUS: Larissa Crummer's emotional return from injury.
Pregnant Matildas star Gorry to miss Olympics
Experienced Matildas midfielder Katrina Gorry is pregnant and has ruled herself out of this year's Olympics.
Gustavsson promises 'blank paper' for Olympics aspirants
New Matildas boss Tony Gustavsson insists that every Australian player currently in the W-League has an opportunity to play at the Tokyo Olympics.
Can't even watch that game again - Foudy on Sydney 2000
They were America's "Golden Generation"; the team credited with revolutionising women's football in the U.S. and, by extension, the world.
Foord 'confident' Milicic will go to Olympics
Arsenal and Matildas forward Caitlin Foord has said she is "confident" Australia coach Ante Milicic will take the team through to the Olympics.
Foord: Delayed Olympics benefits weary Matildas
Caitlin Foord says the postponement of the Tokyo Olympics could be a blessing in disguise for Australia's 2021 quest for a gold medal.
USWNT veterans 'redefining' how long athletes can play (1:29)
How the Olympic delay helps Alex Morgan and the USWNT (1:27)
Olympics postponement necessary to ensure 'beautiful' Tokyo showpiece - Cameroon's Ajara
Njoya Nchout Ajara says she is in good health after being quarantined in Norway after returning there after playing Olympic qualifiers in Africa.
Pugh left off USWNT's Olympic qualifying roster
The USWNT roster for the CONCACAF Women's Olympic qualifying includes 18 of 23 players who helped the American team win the 2019 World Cup.
Equatorial Guinea sanctioned for fielding ineligible players
Equatorial Guinea have been kicked out of the 2019 Women's World Cup after fielding ineligible players and falsifying documents.
Scotland, Wales refuse to back Team GB
The issue of a Team GB side participating at future Olympics was raised again in September when representatives of the four home nations discussed it.
Infantino allays Team GB Olympic fears
Infantino has allayed fears England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland could have their individual identities revoked if they were to unite.
Stajcic: Matildas are Aust sporting greats
Alen Stajcic has described the Matildas' Olympics QF loss to Brazil as one of the most courageous efforts he has seen in Australian sport.
Brazil fan customises his Neymar jersey
One Brazil fan has customised their jersey to remove Neymar and show some love for Marta at this summer's Olympic Games.
Gorry: Matildas to 'set a mark' vs. Canada
Overcoming Canada will play a vital role in getting the Australian women's football team deep into the Rio Olympics tournament, says Katrina Gorry.
Matildas settling into Olympic camp
The magnitude of the Olympic campaign that awaits them beginning to the Australian women's football team as they settle into their Sao Paulo camp.
Stajcic: Lessons learned in Brazil loss
Australia's women's team will enter the Olympics all the wiser for a 3-1 away loss to Brazil, coach Alen Stajcic says.
De Vanna to captain Matildas at Olympics
Lisa De Vanna and Clare Polkinghorne will lead the Matildas to the Rio Olympics after being named co-captains of Australia's 18-strong football squad.
Brantz: Williams reflects on Sorry Day
Lydia Williams is proud of her Australian indigenous roots as she continues to write her name into women's football history, writes Stephanie Brantz.
Matildas millennial eyes Olympic call-up
Matildas teenager Ellie Carpenter has improved so much Alen Stajcic says she's lapped her teammates as she jostles for an unlikely ticket to Rio.
Matildas extend Stajcic contract, begin Olympic prep
Successful Matildas coach Alen Stajcic has secured a four-year contract extension that will keep him at the helm until after the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
Maracana to host 2016 Olympic finals
The legendary stadium in Rio de Janeiro will host both the men's and women's Olympic finals next summer.
FA scrap Team GB for Rio 2016
The Football Association has scrapped plans to field Great Britain men's and women's football teams at the 2016 Rio Olympics.
SFA against FA's idea for Team GB sides
The FA had originally ruled out entering teams in Rio de Janeiro, but has now written to the Scottish, Northern Irish and Welsh associations informing them of its intentions and asking if they would like to take part.
Oly Standings
| RIO 2016 OLYMPIC WOMEN'S SOCCER | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +7 | 7 |
| China | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 4 |
| Sweden | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -3 | 4 |
| South Africa | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -3 | 1 |
| RIO 2016 OLYMPIC WOMEN'S SOCCER | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Canada | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +5 | 9 |
| Germany | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +4 | 4 |
| Australia | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +3 | 4 |
| Zimbabwe | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -12 | 0 |
| RIO 2016 OLYMPIC WOMEN'S SOCCER | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| United States | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +3 | 7 |
| France | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +6 | 6 |
| New Zealand | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -4 | 3 |
| Colombia | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -5 | 1 |