11/6/24 Above: Kirsty Fenton celebrates for Sydney FC last season. Photo: Sydney FC. Kirsty Fenton has signed a new two-year contract with A-League Women champions Sydney FC, it was announced today. The 20-year-old defender has been one of the Sky Blues’ standout performers over the last two seasons. Her memorable opening goal in front ofContinue reading “Fenton signs new deal with Sydney FC”
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NPLW WA 2024 Round Nine Review
Ben Gilby provides a full review from this weekend’s action along with photography from Rob Lizzi and Denyse McCulloch (10/6/24). Above: Subiaco celebrate after Marianna Tabain (second left) hit a stunning free kick to put them 1-0 up against UWA-Nedlands yesterday. Photo supplied to Impetus by: Denyse McCulloch (Denyse RM Photography on Facebook). Round wrapContinue reading “NPLW WA 2024 Round Nine Review”
Azzurri gain vital win in thrilling battle of the top two
Perth RedStar 3-4 Perth SC by Ben Gilby (9/6/24) Above: Perth SC celebrate after Kim McCartney’s free-kick put them 4-2 up earlier today. Photo supplied to Impetus by: Rob Lizzi. Perth SC earned their first-ever NPLW WA win at champions Perth RedStar in a superb seven-goal thriller between the league’s top two sides today. TheContinue reading “Azzurri gain vital win in thrilling battle of the top two”
Liverpool: Overcoming the challenges of history towards a bright future
by Joe Rosedon (6/6/24) Above: Liverpool come together – their superb season is the latest in a series of positive years the club has had after a period in the doldrums. Photo: Liverpool FC Women. It is an exciting time to be a fan of Liverpool. After years in the mire, the club is onContinue reading “Liverpool: Overcoming the challenges of history towards a bright future”
Young Matildas discover U20 World Cup opponents
6/6/24 Above: The Young Matildas squad together at the U20 Asian Cup earlier this year. Photo supplied to Impetus by: Football Australia. The Young Matildas have been drawn in Group A for the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup, and will take on hosts Colombia in the opening game of the tournament on 31st August. AustraliaContinue reading “Young Matildas discover U20 World Cup opponents”
Abbey Meakins: “I’m excited for the rest of the season and to see what we can achieve”
Balcatta Etna‘s Abbey Meakins was announced as Impetus’ NPLW WA Player of the Month for May last week. She speaks to Ben Gilby about a bittersweet 2023 campaign, her move to Balcatta, and aims for a successful 2024 (5/6/24). Above: Abbey Meakins (left) in action for Balcatta Etna against her previous side Perth SC earlierContinue reading “Abbey Meakins: “I’m excited for the rest of the season and to see what we can achieve””
Wheeler & Hunt reflect on the last week with the Matildas
by Ben Gilby (4/6/24) Above: Clare Wheeler (left) speaking to the media alongside Clare Hunt. Image: Football Australia. It’s been a rollercoaster ride of a week for the Matildas. Two final chances to impress Tony Gustavsson before he named his squad for the Olympics, and Australian icon Lydia Williams’ final game on home soil. ThereContinue reading “Wheeler & Hunt reflect on the last week with the Matildas”
Australia v China: Exclusive Photo Gallery
From Kris Goman at Accor Stadium for Impetus (3/6/24) Above: Clare Wheeler celebrates after putting Australia ahead against China today. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. Australia 2-0 China The Matildas’ farewell match to goalkeeping legend Lydia Williams ended in victory as second-half goals from Clare Wheeler and Hayley Raso sealed a 2-0 win over ChinaContinue reading “Australia v China: Exclusive Photo Gallery”
Emotions high as Matildas and China prepare for challenges ahead
by Ben Gilby (2/6/24) Above: Lydia Williams and Tony Gustavsson speaking to the media today in Sydney. Image: Football Australia. Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson emphasised both the level of emotions around the Matildas squad ahead of tomorrow’s game with China and the steely determination to “show who they really are.” As well as beingContinue reading “Emotions high as Matildas and China prepare for challenges ahead”
Gustavsson, Yallop & Raso reflect on China draw
by Ben Gilby (1/6/24) Above: Tameka Yallop and Tony Gustavsson speaking after yesterday’s 1-1 draw with China in Adelaide. Image: Football Australia. Matildas head coach Tony Gustavsson admitted his side “were not aggressive enough” and “played too slow” in the first half of their game with China yesterday, but hailed their famed Never Say DieContinue reading “Gustavsson, Yallop & Raso reflect on China draw”
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