8/8/23 Above: Dylan Holmes, who has extended her spell at Adelaide United, celebrates a goal against Perth Glory last season. Photo: Liberty A-League Women. Adelaide United’s hopes for the new A-League Women season have received a huge boost after key midfielder Dylan Holmes signed a new two-year deal with the club. With 70 A-League gamesContinue reading “Holmes commits to Adelaide whilst Nix re-sign Foster”
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Kerr and Foord: The dream is still alive
Ben Gilby reports the thoughts of The Matildas stars Sam Kerr and Caitlin Foord as they spoke to the media after Australia’s 2-0 win over Denmark last night (8/8/23). Above: Sam Kerr speaking to the media after last night’s victory over Denmark that saw her play her first minutes this World Cup. Image: Football Australia/CommBankContinue reading “Kerr and Foord: The dream is still alive”
Glory sign City keeper James
7/8/23 Above: Sally James, newly unveiled by Perth Glory. Photo: Football Australia. Perth Glory today announced that Young Matildas goalkeeper Sally James will join them for the 2023/24 season. The 20-year-old, who was part of the Australia squad at the 2022 FIFA Under-20 World Cup in Costa Rica, began her senior career with her hometownContinue reading “Glory sign City keeper James”
NPL WA Women 2023 Round 18 Wrap
Ben Gilby provides a full report from the game of the week, plus all the details from the other matches in Western Australia’s NPL Women’s competition and this week supplied photos from our game of the week (7/8/23). Above: Balcatta Etna goalkeeper Gabby Dal Busco saves brilliantly from Fremantle City’s Tash Rigby. Photo: Ben Gilby. Main report of theContinue reading “NPL WA Women 2023 Round 18 Wrap”
The good, the bad, and the ugly
Whilst the vast majority of the experience in stadiums and around the cities hosting the World Cup has been overwhelmingly enjoyable, Ben Carey highlights two examples of behaviour from overseas fans that has spoilt the enjoyment of other supporters during the group stage (4/8/23). Above: Colombia celebrate with their fans during the World Cup. Photo:Continue reading “The good, the bad, and the ugly”
Casey Phair: The emerging South Korea star likened to Zlatan Ibrahimović
by David Astill (4/8/23) Above: South Korea’s young gun Casey Phair. Photo: Forbes. The 2023 World Cup will undoubtedly live long in the memories of those fortunate enough to have witnessed it, with drama everywhere you look, ranging from the premature exits of some of the highest-ranked teams to fond farewells as some of theContinue reading “Casey Phair: The emerging South Korea star likened to Zlatan Ibrahimović”
Western United announce Maher as Mariners add another two
4/8/23 Above: Grace Maher in action for Canberra United. Photo: Canberra United. Western United have today announced the major signing of Grace Maher from Canberra United – one of the competition’s most stylish players and best passers. The 24-year-old will add to Western United’s list of talented young centre-backs, adding supreme ball-playing ability into theirContinue reading “Western United announce Maher as Mariners add another two”
Mariners add Badawiya to squad ahead of return to A-League Women
4/8/23 Above: Rola Badawiya, pictured here in her time with Sydney University in the NPLW NSW. Photo: NPLW NSW. Central Coast Mariners yesterday announced the signing of American striker Rola Badawiya for their return to the A-League Women. The forward joins the club from Sydney FC, having won the Premiership and Championship double last seasonContinue reading “Mariners add Badawiya to squad ahead of return to A-League Women”
Liana Cook: Perth SC founder member reflects on growth
In this week’s WA On Wednesday interview, Perth SC‘s Liana Cook, who has been at the club since their first season, speaks to Ben Gilby about her footballing journey and the development of both the club and wider NPLW WA (2/8/23). Above: Liana Cook (left) – a key part of Perth SC’s continued development. Photo:Continue reading “Liana Cook: Perth SC founder member reflects on growth”
Mariners announce Galic whilst Nix retain Taylor
1/8/23 Above: Bianca Galic, unveiled today as a Central Coast Mariners player as the club prepare for their return to the A-League Women. Central Coast Mariners today announced the signing of midfielder Bianca Galic ahead of their return to A-League Women football. Galic joins the club having played two seasons of A-League Women’s football inContinue reading “Mariners announce Galic whilst Nix retain Taylor”
