by Martin Townley, Impetus’ Cymru correspondent (28/11/23). Above: Emily Ridge of The New Saints, who scored her side’s third goal against Pontypridd United at the weekend. Photo: F28 Online. Cwmbran Celtic were involved in an eleven goal fest with Swansea City in the Welsh Cup. The New Saints move back into the top half ofContinue reading “Welsh Weekend Wrap”
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Polkinghorne: The Matildas are out to make “some more memories”
by Ben Gilby (28/11/23). Above: Clare Polkinghorne speaking today as the Matildas began to gather in Canada for two matches this international window. Image: Football Australia. Australia’s legendary defender Clare Polkinghorne told the media today that whilst she has “pretty good memories” of the nations’ most recent meeting with forthcoming opponents Canada at the WorldContinue reading “Polkinghorne: The Matildas are out to make “some more memories””
Chelsea take the honours in seven-goal thriller
Chelsea 5-2 Leicester City Report by Ruby Vince and exclusive photos from Mariella Prew both at Kingsmeadow for Impetus (27/11/23). Above: Lauren James celebrates another great goal for Chelsea. Photo: Mariella Prew for Impetus. In a thrilling encounter at Kingsmeadow Chelsea saw off a feisty Leicester City in a match that was full of goalsContinue reading “Chelsea take the honours in seven-goal thriller”
Mead brace & Cooney-Cross masterclass seals Arsenal win
Arsenal 3-0 West Ham United by Aimee Logan at Meadow Park for Impetus (27/11/23). Above: Beth Mead is swamped by Arsenal team mates after scoring her first goal since returning from her ACL injury yesterday. Photo: Arsenal Women. Arsenal took all three points in a home win over West Ham in the WSL whilst keepingContinue reading “Mead brace & Cooney-Cross masterclass seals Arsenal win”
Everton profit to gain vital win over below par Villa
Aston Villa 1-2 Everton Report by Emily Brown, exclusive photography from Suvadeep Biswas, both at Villa Park for Impetus (27/11/23). Above: Aston Villa’s Ebony Salmon (facing away from camera) looks to beat her marker. Photo: Suvadeep Biswas for Impetus. Aston Villa’s mistakes led to a physical Everton gaining reward, securing them the win at VillaContinue reading “Everton profit to gain vital win over below par Villa”
A-League Women Weekly Awards
Impetus’ team of contributors covering the competition reveal their choices for player, coach, and event of the week. Every vote for player and coach of the week is kept and tallied up just ahead of Finals when our Player and Coach of the season will be announced (27/11/23). Player of the week: BEN GILBY: EmilyContinue reading “A-League Women Weekly Awards”
Nix’s comeback sends Glory to first defeat
Wellington Phoenix 2-1 Perth Glory by Ben Gilby (25/11/23). Above: Chloe Knott, Wellington Phoenix’s match winner. Photo: Wellington Phoenix. Wellington Phoenix produced a sparkling performance as they came from behind to become the first team defeat A-League Women leaders Perth Glory this season to win the Distance Derby in Auckland. Paul Temple’s side played someContinue reading “Nix’s comeback sends Glory to first defeat”
Wanderers grab season’s maiden win at Western United
Western United 0-2 Western Sydney Wanderers by Ryan Miller-Woods (25/11/23). Above: Sophie Harding celebrates her opening goal for Western Sydney Wanderers. Photo: A-Leagues. Despite only having had 38.7% possession come the end of the match, Western Sydney Wanderers achieved their first win of the season against Western United with goals from Sophie Harding and CushlaContinue reading “Wanderers grab season’s maiden win at Western United”
A-League Women Media Conferences
Members of the Impetus team of contributors covering the league report on the media conferences ahead of this weekend’s action (24/11/23). Canberra United by Ryan Miller-Woods Canberra United head coach Njegosh Popovich and Ruby Nathan reflected on the club’s long-awaited return to A-League Women action against Newcastle Jets on Sunday. This will be their firstContinue reading “A-League Women Media Conferences”
Last gasp Ilestedt sneaks win at super Saints
Southampton 1-2 Arsenal by Beth McCowen at St. Mary’s Stadium for Impetus (24/11/23). Above: Molly Pike celebrates her goal that put Championship side Southampton ahead over Arsenal last night. Photo: Isabelle Field/Southampton. Arsenal needed a goal from Amanda Ilestedt two minutes into stoppage time to seal their comeback from a 1-0 deficit to edge outContinue reading “Last gasp Ilestedt sneaks win at super Saints”
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