Andy Wicks was at Australia’s training base in Surrey today to capture these images as The Matildas ramped up their preparations for tomorrow’s match against Scotland at AFC Wimbledon (6/4/23). Above: Sam Kerr sees the funny side in training today. Photo: Andy Wicks for Impetus.
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Sam Kerr: We want to inspire a nation
Ben Gilby was in today’s Australia media conference with captain Sam Kerr and head coach Tony Gustavsson. The Matildas’ all-time record scorer highlighted the fact that the best possible legacy from their home World Cup would be increased funding to match the sport’s status as the one with the biggest participation rate in the countryContinue reading “Sam Kerr: We want to inspire a nation”
Hayley Raso: “I’m sharp, firing, and ready to go”
Ben Gilby was in The Matildas’ media conference with Hayley Raso today and heard the winger emphasise that whilst she isn’t getting the minutes she’d like at Manchester City, she is more than ready to perform for her country against Scotland and England (5/4/23). Above: Hayley Raso in action for Australia against South Africa inContinue reading “Hayley Raso: “I’m sharp, firing, and ready to go””
Pride’s unbeaten run ends
Sandiacre Town 5-3 Pride Park by ‘Doug Outt’ (5/4/23) Above: Pride Park’s Steph Eadon, who returned to outfield duties after a heroic spell in goal during recent weeks. Photo: Shaun Hardwick. Pride welcomed back Jade Howell (although distinctly under the weather) in goal after a two-game absence, and it was good to see Steph EadonContinue reading “Pride’s unbeaten run ends”
Peter Rakic: Ensuring Perth SC are continuing to move in an upwards direction
To kick-off our new series of WA on Wednesday interviews featuring the NPLW WA clubs, Perth SC head coach Peter Rakic spoke exclusively to Ben Gilby about their Night Series Grand Final success, preparations for the 2023 season, and how he views the NPLW WA more widely this year (5/4/23). Above: Perth SC head coachContinue reading “Peter Rakic: Ensuring Perth SC are continuing to move in an upwards direction”
Matildas Tuesday Training
Andy Wicks was at Australia’s training session today in Surrey as Tony Gustavsson’s team prepare to take on Scotland at AFC Wimbledon on Good Friday (4/4/23). Above: Amy Sayer (left) and Matilda McNamara, who were today added to the Matildas squad after injury withdrawals. Photo: Andy Wicks for Impetus. Australia have confirmed that Caitlin FoordContinue reading “Matildas Tuesday Training”
Norfolk Weekly Wrap
Darrell Allen provides his weekly round-up of all the women’s football action in Norfolk, including the county’s seven-a-side scene (4/4/23). Above: Ella Gambell (left) who scored for Norwich City against Chesham United on Sunday. Photo: Norwich City Women. FA Women’s National League Division One South East Norwich City were comfortable 3-0 winners over Chesham United.Continue reading “Norfolk Weekly Wrap”
Welsh Weekend Wrap
Martin Townley and Perry Dobbins combine to deliver excellent coverage of the weekend’s games in Wales’ top leagues. Martin rounds up the action, and Perry‘s photo gallery this week comes from the Adran Premier game between Barry Town United and Pontypridd United (4/4/23). Above: Pontypridd United celebrate their Plate Conference win after drawing at BarryContinue reading “Welsh Weekend Wrap”
NWSL 2023 Round Two Wrap
by Blaise Ogutu (4/3/23) Portland and San Diego remain undefeated and more in NWSL Round Two Above: Portland Thorns players celebrate after scoring against Kansas City Current. Photo: Portland Thorns. The Portland Thorns made light work of Kansas City Current with a 4-1 victory away from home in a repeat of last season’s Championship Final.Continue reading “NWSL 2023 Round Two Wrap”
Shifnal Town v Prees United Photo Gallery
Ashley Griffiths from Griffters World Photography was pitchside to capture the action as Shifnal Town overcame Prees United 10-0 in the Tom Farmer Cup Semi-Final on Sunday. Shifnal will now go on to face Shrewsbury Town in the final (4/4/23). Above: Pride in the badge as Shifnal Town make the Tom Farmer Cup Final. Photo:Continue reading “Shifnal Town v Prees United Photo Gallery”
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