Above: Tom Sermanni speaking to the press ahead of Australia v Brazil. Image: Football Australia. By Genevieve Henry (30/11/24). Ahead of the rematch with Brazil, Matildas interim head coach Tom Sermanni spoke to the press about how Australia can improve, players that impressed him, and the “unbelievable” support surrounding the team. Thursday’s game against oneContinue reading “Tom Sermanni and The Matildas are ready to “fight fire with fire” against Brazil”
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Polkinghorne: “Really special to be able to play one last game here at home.”
Above: Clare Polkinghorne in action against Iran. Image: Kris Goman for Impetus. By Genevieve Henry (28/11/24) A legend of the Matildas, Clare Polkinghorne is preparing for a “really special” final game in green and gold. The most-capped Australian will say her goodbyes to the professional game (at least as a player) in her home inContinue reading “Polkinghorne: “Really special to be able to play one last game here at home.””
ParaMatildas win Australia’s first football World Cup “Redemption: We finally got it.”
Above: The ParaMatildas celebrate their historic world cup win. Photo: Mark Avellino/Football Australia. By Genevieve Henry (19/11/24). The ParaMatildas claimed a historic win today in the IFCPF Women’s World Cup final, making them the first Australian national team to win a football world cup. The side, ranked the world number one, completed an impressive comebackContinue reading “ParaMatildas win Australia’s first football World Cup “Redemption: We finally got it.””
A-League Women Media Conferences
Impetus’ Ava-Marianne Elliot reports on Canberra United and Central Coast Mariners press conferences ahead of their upcoming matches. Canberra United by Ava-Marianne Elliot Coming off the back of their 1-0 away win at Wellington Phoenix, Canberra United are aiming to make it three for three in their opening run. This weekend, they face Adelaide UnitedContinue reading “A-League Women Media Conferences”
Clare Hunt Exclusive Interview
Above: Clare Hunt on signing day with Tottenham. Image: Tottenham Hotspur. by Genevieve Henry (15/11/24). Ahead of tomorrow’s huge North London derby in the Women’s Super League with Tottenham Hotspur Australian defender Clare Hunt answered Genevieve Henry’s questions about her transition to England, rapid ascent with the Matildas, and ultimate goals with Spurs. Hunt hasContinue reading “Clare Hunt Exclusive Interview”
Clare Hunt on the Matildas’ “good start to the friendly series.”
Above: Clare Hunt in action in a previous game for the Matildas. Image: Rob Lizzi for Impetus. By Genevieve Henry (27/10/24). After the Matildas played out a tight draw with Switzerland, Clare Hunt spoke to the press about the result as well as the upcoming game against Germany. “I think the result was pretty fairContinue reading “Clare Hunt on the Matildas’ “good start to the friendly series.””
Markovski and McKenzie reflect as Canberra ramp up preparations
Above: New signing Maja Markovski goes over her dream start with Canberra. Image: Canberra United. By Ryan Miller-Woods (10/16/24). With the season just over two weeks away, Canberra United had a chance to test out their tactics and squad against the NPLW Capital Football All-Stars. For her first proper hit out with Canberra United, youContinue reading “Markovski and McKenzie reflect as Canberra ramp up preparations”
Sally James hoping to bring back experience to Canberra United
Above: Sally James speaks to the press on her return to Canberra. Image: Canberra United. By Ryan Miller-Woods (10/11/24). When Sally James was announced as Antoni Jagarinec’s first signing as Canberra United Head Coach for the upcoming A-League Women’s season back in August, returning where it all began for her in the league, it wasContinue reading “Sally James hoping to bring back experience to Canberra United”
Robers and Anton outline reasons for optimism at Canberra
Above: Robers in her new colors. Image: Canberra United By Ryan Miller-Woods (9/10/24). The new A-League Women campaign is approaching for Canberra United. After a turbulent and challenging off-season, Liz Anton and Emma Robers, two key members of the club’s new look squad reflected on preparations. Robers begun her chat with the media by highlightingContinue reading “Robers and Anton outline reasons for optimism at Canberra”
Sydney FC signs “One of Australia’s finest footballers” in Kyah Simon
Above: Kyah Simon poses in front of the Harbour Bridge in her new colours. Image: Sydney FC. By Genevieve Henry (27/9/24). Sydney FC has bolstered their attack with the huge signing of Matildas player Kyah Simon. Simon will bring over 100 international caps as well as 120 A-League women games, over half of which wereContinue reading “Sydney FC signs “One of Australia’s finest footballers” in Kyah Simon”
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