Australia 1-0 Philippines By Alyce Collett 1/3/2026 Above: The Matildas celebrate after Sam Kerr scored to help Australia to a win over the Philippines tonight. Photo: Cat Bryant for Impetus. Australia has started its 2026 Asian Cup with the perfect result, downing the Philippines 1-0 thanks to a first half goal from Sam Kerr. However despite pickingContinue reading “Matildas win Asian Cup opener but raise questions to ponder in the process”
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Adelaide jump to third after silencing Brisbane’s Roar
Brisbane Roar 0-2 Adelaide United By Emma Burke 22/2/26 Above: Adelaide United players have every reason to celebrate tonight after picking up an important win over Brisbane . Photo: via the A-Leagues. Adelaide United have picked up all three points against Brisbane Roar, handily dispatching the home side 2-0 thanks to goals from defenders Emily Hodgson and EllaContinue reading “Adelaide jump to third after silencing Brisbane’s Roar”
Phoenix rise late to break hosts’ hearts
Melbourne Victory 1-1 Wellington Phoenix By Alyce Collett 20/2/2026 Above: Emma Pijnenburg (left) chases after Rachel Lowe (right). Photo: via Melbourne Victory. The Wellington Phoenix left it late, but managed to pinch an equalising goal at the death and ultimately draw with the Melbourne Victory one all. After Rhianna Pollicina slotted home a penalty perfectly early inContinue reading “Phoenix rise late to break hosts’ hearts”
Fan favourites both young and old make Matildas’ Asian Cup squad
By Alyce Collett (19/2/26) Above: Alex Chidiac is back in the Matildas’ squad after not being selected for a number of windows recently. Image: via A Leagues. The much anticipated Australian squad for the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup has been revealed, with a good mix of experience and youth in the 26 player squad. On the one endContinue reading “Fan favourites both young and old make Matildas’ Asian Cup squad”
USA boosts squad experience level for SheBelieves Cup
By Alyce Collett (18/2/26) Above: The USA will be trying to win the SheBelieves Cup for the sixth time when the 11th annual edition of the tournament kicks off next month. Image: via US Soccer. In a big week for international squad announcements, the United States has revealed its squad for the upcoming SheBelieves Cup, set to takeContinue reading “USA boosts squad experience level for SheBelieves Cup”
Ward names settled squad for Girls in Green
By Alyce Collett (17/2/26) Above: The Republic of Ireland will be looking to continue a strong run of momentum into a very important year of matches. Image: Ireland Football Twitter. The first squad for the Republic of Ireland for 2026 has been revealed, with not too many surprises in the 23 player squad set to take on FranceContinue reading “Ward names settled squad for Girls in Green”
Willa makes history as Sydney scorches Brisbane
Brisbane Roar 0-4 Sydney FC By Ella McShane 13/2/2026 Above: Sydney FC players celebrate after scoring one of their four goals tonight against Brisbane. Photo: Josh Springfield Photography Sydney FC are back on the winners list for the first time in over 80 days after a huge 4-0 win over the Brisbane Roar tonight. Willa Pearson madeContinue reading “Willa makes history as Sydney scorches Brisbane”
Wanderers and Jets unable to be split
Western Sydney Wanderers 1-1 Newcastle Jets By Alyce Collett 13/2/2026 Above: The Western Sydney Wanderers and the Newcastle Jets fought it out hard tonight but ultimately could not be split. Photo: via A-Leagues The Western Sydney Wanderers and Newcastle Jets have played out a fascinating draw to kick off this weekend’s A-League Women’s action. A very quickContinue reading “Wanderers and Jets unable to be split”
City end slump with Roaring performance
Melbourne City 5-2 Brisbane Roar By Emma Burke 8/2/26 Above: Melbourne City players celebrate after scoring in their win against the Brisbane Roar. Photo: via the A-Leagues. Melbourne City have come back from a two goal deficit to defeat Brisbane Roar 5-2 at ctrl:cyber Pitch and return to the top of the A-League Women’s ladder. A Kijah StevensonContinue reading “City end slump with Roaring performance”
Wellington waltzes to top of table after Waitangi Day win
Wellington Phoenix 1-0 Perth Glory By Alyce Collett 6/2/2026 Above: Emma Pijnenburg (left) and Makala Woods (right) celebrate after Woods’ scored against Perth Glory. Photo: Ryan Imray for Impetus. It has been a Waitangi Day to remember for the Wellington Phoenix, who move to the top of the A-League Women’s table after a 1-0 win over Perth Glory.Continue reading “Wellington waltzes to top of table after Waitangi Day win”
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