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W League Round-Up

Impetus editor Ben Gilby reports on the ninth weekend of action in the Westfield W League which saw five of the nine teams in action and a shock change at the top of the table. Previously unbeaten championship challengers Western Sydney Wanderers suffered a shock 4-0 thumping at home to Brisbane Roar in front ofContinue reading “W League Round-Up”

Six Goal Blues Rock The Robins

Ben Gilby tells the story of yesterday’s Barclays FA Women’s Super League game between Chelsea and Bristol City from Kingsmeadow from his photos (and a few words!) from the game. Chelsea 6-1 Bristol City It was a fast start at Kingsmeadow by Chelsea who were looking to mark Emma Hayes’ 200 game in charge byContinue reading “Six Goal Blues Rock The Robins”

Burnley Women – Large Leaps in Lancashire

Impetus editor Ben Gilby writes about the rapid strides that the Lancashire side are taking. In this first part of the piece, we learn about the different numbers of teams Burnley have and their progress since 2017. With thanks to Sinead Kennedy-Peers of Burnley FC Women for her assistance with compiling this feature. Massive stridesContinue reading “Burnley Women – Large Leaps in Lancashire”

W League Round-Up

Last weekend saw a further three matches in the Westfield W League. Impetus editor Ben Gilby reports. Melbourne City took advantage of previous leaders Western Sydney Wanderers being one of three teams with a bye to replace the New South Wales side at the top of the table after recording an impressive 2-0 win atContinue reading “W League Round-Up”

Reiten Rocket Helps Skilful Blues See Off Stubborn Royals

Chelsea 3-1 Reading Words and photos by Ben Gilby Chelsea overcame a dogged Reading outfit who dug in well despite playing over 70 minutes with ten players following the dismissal of keeper Grace Moloney. Whilst all of the media attention surrounded the debut of Australian superstar Sam Kerr, it is worth emphasising that Chelsea’s longContinue reading “Reiten Rocket Helps Skilful Blues See Off Stubborn Royals”

W League Round-Up

There’s new leaders in the Westfield W League after the seventh round of matches. Impetus editor Ben Gilby reports. Western Sydney Wanderers have capped their outstanding start to the season by ending 2019 as W League leaders. Dean Heffernan’s side, who have never previously won more than four games in a season in the club’sContinue reading “W League Round-Up”

W League Round-Up

It was an incredible sixth week of action in the Westfield W League. Impetus editor Ben Gilby reports. Melbourne City are still unbeaten and top of the W League courtesy of a 1-0 win at home to Perth Glory in front of 600 spectators at ABD Stadium in Broadmeadows, some ten miles outside Victoria’s capital.Continue reading “W League Round-Up”

Dons Aiming To Build On Strong Community Reputation

Impetus editor Ben Gilby spoke to AFC Wimbledon Women manager Kevin Foster about how the club have consolidated themselves as a top side in the FA Women’s National League Division One South-East and what they need to do in order to make the step up to the third tier of the women’s game. Kevin beganContinue reading “Dons Aiming To Build On Strong Community Reputation”

W League Round-Up

Impetus editor Ben Gilby reviews the fifth round of action in the Westfield W League as leaders Melbourne City cemented their lead at the top of the table. It was a perfect weekend for Melbourne City who remain top of the table following victory in their derby day clash with Melbourne Victory at ABD Stadium.Continue reading “W League Round-Up”

W League Round-Up

Impetus editor Ben Gilby rounds up all the action from the fourth round of matches in the Westfield W League. Western Sydney Wanderers’ sensational start to the season continued as they went top of the W League for the first time as their unbeaten run continued with an excellent 1-1 draw away to last season’sContinue reading “W League Round-Up”