Mary Fowler’s long-awaited return to international football has been confirmed with her selection in Australia’s squad for next month’s AFC Women’s Asian Cup.

Three years ago the Matildas’ broke viewership records with more than 7 million tuning into the semi-final of the FIFA Women’s World Cup - yet broadcasters Paramount have relegated the most loved ...

While Mary Fowler’s inclusion in the Matildas squad is no shock coach Joe Montemurro has named eight Women’s Asian Cup debutants in his 26-woman side.

Hayley Raso accepted very early on in her pursuit of reaching the top that she would have to make sacrifices – but she underestimated the impact it could have on her mental health.