by Genevieve Henry (9/7/23) The Panama Women’s National Team has been on the brink of success for years, and in qualifying for the 2023 World Cup, they have gone above and beyond expectations. Nicknamed Las Canaleras, this young, talented, and beloved team will aim to give their fans hope for the future. Above: Panama celebrateContinue reading “World Cup Preview: Panama”
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World Cup Preview: Jamaica
by Rachel Cohen (8/7/23) Above: Heading for their second World Cup in a row – Jamaica. Photo: JFF. Known as the Reggae Girlz, this is Jamaica’s second World Cup qualification in a row. They have few expectations but have sufficient quality to hope they might pull off a surprise. More trivially, off the pitch, forContinue reading “World Cup Preview: Jamaica”
23 Players under the age of 23 to look out for at the World Cup
Impetus’ Genevieve Henry and Liberty Simons team up to highlight who they believe are the young players who will light up this year’s World Cup (7/7/23) Above: Germany’s Lena Oberdorf, one of the top young stars identified by Impetus to keep an eye on at the World Cup. Photo: 90 Minutes. Lena Oberdorf It’s noContinue reading “23 Players under the age of 23 to look out for at the World Cup”
World Cup Preview: Brazil
by Aimee Reynolds (7/7/23) Above: Brazil celebrate their qualification. Photo: Luisa Gonzalez. The Brazil national women’s team is one of the strongest teams in the world, ranked ninth overall. Pia Sundhage’s side has some of the most skillful players in the world which could lead to big things for this July and August. Squad Goalkeepers:Continue reading “World Cup Preview: Brazil”
World Cup Preview: France
by Jean-Pierre Thiesset (6/7/23) Above: France look to acclimatise for their trip to Australia for the World Cup. Photo: FFF. The France women’s national football team, nicknamed ‘Les Bleues’ (The Blue ones) will be looking to live up to their FIFA World Ranking of fifth to go deep into this year’s tournament. Squad French headContinue reading “World Cup Preview: France”
Ashford Town (Middx): Changes made but still the same progressive ethos
Above: Ashford Town (Middx) celebrating at the end of the previous season. They had so much to be proud of during 2022/23 as well. Photo supplied to Impetus by: Ashford Town (Middx). Ashford Town (Middx) have been on an upward trajectory since their formation. Their latest promotion saw them finally reach the FA Women’s NationalContinue reading “Ashford Town (Middx): Changes made but still the same progressive ethos”
World Cup Preview: Vietnam
by Genevieve Henry (5/7/23) Above: Vietnam celebrate after qualifying for their first World Cup after winning the play-offs at the Asian Cup last year. Photo: Tuoi Tre News. The Vietnamese Women’s National Team, also known as Những Nữ Chiến Binh Sao Vàng (Golden Star Women Warriors) are a vibrant team full of young talent andContinue reading “World Cup Preview: Vietnam”
Tanika Lala: One of Western Australia’s brightest young stars
For this week’s WA on Wednesday feature, Hyundai NTC’s attacking star Tanika Lala speaks exclusively to Ben Gilby about her footballing journey from the Western Australia Goldfields to becoming one of the NPLW WA’s top scorers and going on trial in Scotland. All whilst still a teenager (5/7/23) Above: Tanika Lala (right) celebrates a goalContinue reading “Tanika Lala: One of Western Australia’s brightest young stars”
Charli Grant: Enjoying her football at Vittsjö leads to Matildas landmark
Australia defender Charli Grant speaks EXCLUSIVELY to Ben Gilby about regular minutes at Vittsjö aiding her development into a top international player, her goal for the Matildas that ended England’s long unbeaten run, and looking ahead to a home World Cup Above: Charli Grant (22) celebrates with Kyra Cooney Cross (left), Cortnee Vine, and MaryContinue reading “Charli Grant: Enjoying her football at Vittsjö leads to Matildas landmark”
World Cup Preview: Portugal
by Jean-Pierre Thiesset (4/7/23) Above: World Cup debutants Portugal. Photo: Football Arroyo. Portugal, ranked 21 in the FIFA list, have made it to their first-ever World Cup. The Selecção das Quinas (corner selection) are out to make up for lost time by raising eyebrows with results in the tournament. Squad: Goalkeepers: Rute Costa (Benfica Lisbon,Continue reading “World Cup Preview: Portugal”
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