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Dons down Chatham to bag another higher league scalp

AFC Wimbledon 2-0 Chatham Town by Isabelle Rogerson – AFC Wimbledon (28/8/23) with exclusive photo gallery from Ben Gilby. Above: AFC Wimbledon celebrate Ellie Dorey’s stunning second goal in the closing stages on yesterday’s FAWNL Cup Determining Round tie with Chatham Town. Photo: Ben Gilby for Impetus. AFC Wimbledon left it late to start theContinue reading “Dons down Chatham to bag another higher league scalp”

RFEF has given us a glimpse of the institutional misogyny women footballers face

by Rachel Cohen (28/8/23) Above: Players from Atlético Madrid and AC Milan show their solidarity with Jenni Hermoso, a former Atléti player before their Women’s Cup match yesterday. Photo: Diego Souto. If you’re like me you were a) obsessed with the World Cup and b) have spent much of the week since then alternately flabbergasted,Continue reading “RFEF has given us a glimpse of the institutional misogyny women footballers face”

Canberra and Mariners announce new arrivals

26/8/23 Above: Ruby Nathan in action for New Zealand. Photo: Canberra United. Canberra United have today announced the addition of New Zealand U20 international Ruby Nathan to their ranks for the A-League Women season. Nathan, a strong running forward who has been playing club football in her native New Zealand, was a member of the JuniorContinue reading “Canberra and Mariners announce new arrivals”

In safe hands: Why this World Cup was the tournament of the goalkeeper

by Ben Carey (26/8/23) Above: Mackenzie Arnold roars in celebration after the win against Ireland. Photo: Football Australia. Mackenzie Arnold’s performance in the Matildas’ quarterfinal match against France rightfully earned her the Player of the Match award. Her crucial saves kept Australia in the game against a fierce opposition. But Arnold is just one ofContinue reading “In safe hands: Why this World Cup was the tournament of the goalkeeper”

A-League Women Signings News

Impetus brings you up to date with all the player movements over the past 24 hours with Brisbane Roar, Melbourne Victory, and Sydney FC each announcing new players (25/8/23). Above: Elise Kellond-Knight in action for Melbourne Victory at Perth Glory last season. Photo: Tom McCarthy. Melbourne Victory have announced the key re-signing of midfielder EliseContinue reading “A-League Women Signings News”

Competition: Win a copy of ‘Sam Kerr Kicking Goals Journal’

by Ben Gilby (24/8/23) Photo: Simon & Schuster AU. Author Louise Blair has given Impetus one copy of her book ‘Sam Kerr Kicking Goals Journal’ for a lucky young player to win in this special competition. Originally published in Australia, this 160-page book is aimed at junior footballers early in their journey in the sport.Continue reading “Competition: Win a copy of ‘Sam Kerr Kicking Goals Journal’”

Le Havre: The right move for Katriina Talaslahti?

Impetus‘ French editor Jean-Pierre Thiesset spoke exclusively with goalkeeper Katriina Talaslahti who recently signed a two-year deal with D1 Arkema side Le Havre (24/8/23) Above: Katriina Talaslahti with her new jersey. Photo: Anne Talaslahti. Katriina Talaslahti, the previous number one goalkeeper helped Fleury to finish fourth in D1 Arkema in the 2021-2022 season. However, sheContinue reading “Le Havre: The right move for Katriina Talaslahti?”

Two Matildas sign up for new A-League Women season amidst signing bonanza

Over the past few days, a total of 17 players have been announced by seven clubs in the A-League Women, and there have been coaching developments at a further two sides. Here’s Impetus’ in-depth guide of who is going where (24/8/23). Above: Cortnee Vine talking earlier this week about her decision to stay at SydneyContinue reading “Two Matildas sign up for new A-League Women season amidst signing bonanza”