After their impressive performance at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, the Australian women’s soccer team, the Matildas, have truly gripped the nation. Since then, all eyes have remained on the player’s international matches.
With interest in the sport comes interest in the players’ lives off the field, so we’ve rounded up everything to know about the Matildas players’ partners.
Mackenzie Arnold
Mackenzie Arnold was previously in a relationship with Kirsty Smith, however it’s reported that the pair have now split.
Kirsty hails from Scotland, and the former couple first crossed paths in 2022 when she joined West Ham United Football Club – the same club Mackenzie played for.
Mackenzie and Kirsty used to frequently share insights into their relationship with photos posted on their social media pages, however it appears their posts together have been quietly removed.
Ellie Carpenter
Ellie Carpenter recently married her partner Danielle van de Donk.
Danielle is a Dutch football player and, like Mackenzie and Kirsty, the couple met when she moved to Ellie’s football club in France, Olympique Lyonnais.
The pair keep their relationship more on the private side, but do occasionally upload some adorable loved-up photos together.
Steph Catley
Steph Catley was previously engaged to Dean Bouzanis, however the couple split in 2024.
Dean is a fellow Aussie football star who plays as a goalkeeper for Sutton United Football Club in the United Kingdom.
The former couple first met back in 2016 during a joint training session, and began dating a few months later in January 2017.
They celebrated their six-year anniversary in 2023, when Dean popped the question.
Kyra Cooney-Cross
It’s believed that Kyra Crooney-Cross is possibly single at the moment.
There is currently little known information about her love life.
Caitlin Foord
Caitlin Foord is also in a relationship with a fellow football player. She has been dating Ireland captain Katie McCabe since mid 2023.
The couple tried to keep their romance under wraps for the first year, but they finally confirmed their relationship in May 2024.
Caitlin and Katie met at their shared soccer club, Arsenal.
Mary Fowler
One of the biggest sporting couples of the moment, Mary Fowler is currently dating NRL superstar Nathan Cleary.
It’s believed that the couple have been in a relationship since August 2023, when they were spotted on a cute ice cream date. However, they didn’t confirm their romance until January 2024 when they uploaded a selfie together on Instagram.
Since then, the sports stars have continued to provide glimpses into their wholesome relationship.
Katrina Gorry
Katrina Gorry is married to Swedish footballer and teammate Clara Markstedt.
The couple both played for Vittsjo GIK in the Swedish football league, which is how they first crossed paths. They were good friends for a while before their romantic relationship began in mid 2022.
Katrina has one daughter, Harper – born in 2021 – and in 2024 she and Clara welcomed another bundle of joy together, son Koby.
In an interview with Woman’s Day, the pair revealed that they were hoping to have their wedding on Hamilton Island in 2025 – and they did! They officially tied the knot in June.
Michelle Heyman
Veteran Matildas star Michelle Heyman is currently engaged to her long-term partner Christine Aldridge!
Christine is an actor, comedian and pilates teacher, and the couple have been together since early 2019.
Charli Grant
Charli Grant announced her engagement to partner Lachlan Cameron on Boxing Day 2024!
It’s believed the pair have been together since 2023.
Clare Hunt
Clare Hunt’s relationship status is currently unknown.
Alanna Kennedy
It’s believed that Alanna Kennedy could currently be single.
Sam Kerr
Matildas captain Sam Kerr is currently engaged to American soccer player Kristie Mewis.
In May 2025, the pair also revealed the exciting news that they had welcomed their first child together, a son named Jagger.
Teagan Micah
It’s currently unknown whether Tegan Micah is in a relationship.
Hayley Raso
Hayley Raso hasn’t been linked to anyone romantically recently.
Kaitlyn Torpey
Kaitlyn Torpey is believed to be dating Leah Davidson.
The pair played together for Melbourne City Football Club, which is how they met in 2021.
Details about their potential relationship remain limited, but they have posted photos together on Instagram, with fellow soccer player Mackenzie Arnold commenting, “You guys are too cute.”
Emily van Egmond
Emily van Egmond tied the knot with her partner Kat Thompson in December 2024! Kat is a lifestyle influencer and photographer.
The pair are also expecting a baby in October 2025, confirming the news on Instagram in April.
Clare Wheeler
Clare Wheeler is currently dating Jeremy Ord.
The couple have been together since 2021.
Tameka Yallop
Tameka Yallop has been married to her wife Kirsty Yallop since February 2019.
Kirsty is also a professional football player from New Zealand.
The couple met in 2015 when they both played for Mallbackens IF in the Swedish soccer league.
Tameka and Kirsty have gone on to welcome a beautiful baby girl, Harley, who was born in August 2020.
