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Gorry Has Brisbane Roaring With Delight

Wellington Phoenix 2-3 Brisbane Roar By Kris Goman (16/1/22) Above: Katrina Gorry (centre) celebrates after hitting the penalty which sealed Brisbane’s win. Photo: Brisbane Roar. It was a stunning day at a stunning stadium right by the Pacific Ocean in Wollongong. Wellington start off the match quite aggressively and keep the ball in their attackingContinue reading “Gorry Has Brisbane Roaring With Delight”

Markovski Seals Victory From The Spot

Western Sydney Wanderers 0-1 Melbourne Victory Report by Ben Gilby. Exclusive pitchside photos by Kris Goman (16/1/22) Above: Tussle for possession on the by-line in the game between Western Sydney Wanderers and Melbourne Victory. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. A single goal from the penalty spot settled a disappointing game played in temperatures that toppedContinue reading “Markovski Seals Victory From The Spot”

Honours Even In Newcastle Thriller

Newcastle Jets 1-1 Perth Glory By Ben Gilby (16/1/22) Above: Newcastle Jets jump for joy after Liz Eddy’s equalizer. Photo: Newcastle Jets. Perth went into the game on the back of the most challenging week possible as a 4-0 loss to Sydney FC was followed by three players plus head coach Alex Epakis testing positiveContinue reading “Honours Even In Newcastle Thriller”

Steph Catley On Resting And Preparation

By Ben Gilby (16/1/22) Above: Steph Catley in action for Australia last year. Photo: Football Australia. Matildas vice-captain Steph Catley spoke yesterday from Australia’s pre-Asia Cup training camp in Dubai about her preparations for the competition. The Arsenal defender highlighted the importance of having to manage the load of playing so many games with regularContinue reading “Steph Catley On Resting And Preparation”

Norfolk Women’s Cup Quarter-Final Preview

By Darrell Allen (16/1/22) Above: Norwich City lift the Norfolk Women’s Cup last season. They face the team they beat in the final, Mulbarton Wanderers in the Quarter-Finals today. Photo: Pink ‘Un/Archant. This weekend sees the return of the ever-popular Norfolk County FA Women’s Cup as the competition reaches its Quarter Final stage. The drawContinue reading “Norfolk Women’s Cup Quarter-Final Preview”

Sydney Smash Six In Statement-Making Win

Sydney FC 6-0 Canberra United Report by Kieran Yap. Exclusive pitchside photos by Kris Goman (15/1/22) Above: Canberra United goalkeeper Keeley Richards reaches for the ball under pressure. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. This was always going to be a tough game for Canberra United. They are without a win as the season approaches theContinue reading “Sydney Smash Six In Statement-Making Win”

Pollicina’s Class Settles Tight Tussle

Adelaide United 0-1 Melbourne City By Kieran Yap (15/1/22) Above: Rhianna Pollicina jumps for joy after scoring Melbourne City’s match-winner. Photo: Melbourne City. A single goal was all that separated Melbourne City and Adelaide United at Coopers Stadium. Both teams went into this game with unique disruptions. City was a victim of their own successContinue reading “Pollicina’s Class Settles Tight Tussle”

A-League Women Media Wrap

With three games tomorrow, Impetus’ Ben Gilby and Kieran Yap heard from head coaches Jeff Hopkins, Alex Epakis, Gemma Lewis, and Catherine Cannuli. In addition, three players – Tash Rigby, Leena Khamis, and Alex Hyunh give their views. (15/1/22). PERTH GLORY: Alex Epakis on COVID and Injuries: Perth Glory’s preparations for tomorrow’s game at NewcastleContinue reading “A-League Women Media Wrap”

“I Think This Is A Big Game For Us And The Players Realize That”

By Kieran Yap (14/1/22) Above: Melbourne Victory head coach Jeff Hopkins (standing) Photo: Melbourne Victory Melbourne Victory manager Jeff Hopkins is trusting the young players to step up in the absence of some big names. Kyra Cooney-Cross and Courtney Nevin are on Matildas duty, and Lynn Williams has returned to the United States. Melina AyresContinue reading ““I Think This Is A Big Game For Us And The Players Realize That””

Clare Wheeler: Feeling Fortunate

Ben Gilby heard from Clare Wheeler from the Matildas’ pre-Asia Cup training camp in the United Arab Emirates as the Fortuna Hjørring midfielder spoke about how preparations are going. Above: Clare Wheeler (centre) pictured in action for Australia against the USA at the end of last year. Photo: Football Australia (13/1/22). With the 2022 AFCContinue reading “Clare Wheeler: Feeling Fortunate”