It is week ten of the Westfield W League in Australia, and Impetus editor Ben Gilby updates us on the title race as the two Sydney based sides continue to cling to Melbourne City’s coat tails. Melbourne City went six points clear at the top of the W League after continuing their unbeaten run thisContinue reading “W League Round-Up”
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In My View
From the tweets of Daisy Wildsmith, the Impetus contributor offers her opinion on Manchester City’s 2-0 win at Birmingham City yesterday afternoon. Birmingham kept everybody waiting in the tunnel, their little mascots freezing. Then only Staniforth ran onto the pitch, the rest waltz on all lacklustre, they faff for ages on the pitch, get intoContinue reading “In My View”
Outstanding Blues Out Gun Arsenal
Arsenal 1–4 Chelsea By Ben Gilby A performance of sheer class from Chelsea in the opening twenty-five minutes set up a hugely deserved thrashing of Arsenal in front of a sell-out crowd at Boreham Wood FC. The Blues were absolutely unplayable at times as they produced a display that, quite simply, was stunning in itsContinue reading “Outstanding Blues Out Gun Arsenal”
Burnley Women: Large Leaps In Lancashire Part II
In the continuation of the feature started last week (click on this link to read Part I: https://impetus885775742.wordpress.com/2020/01/09/burnley-women-large-leaps-in-lancashire/), we find out more about life in the FA Women’s Northern Premier, and the club’s links with the men’s side which is helping to increase both fan numbers and sponsors. Thanks to Sinead Kennedy-Peers of Burnley FCContinue reading “Burnley Women: Large Leaps In Lancashire Part II”
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”
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