By Alyce Collett 21/2/25 Above: Mary Fowler is swarmed by Japan’s press. Photo: Genevieve Henry for Impetus It has been a disastrous start to the 2025 SheBelieves Cup for Australia, who lost to Japan 4-0 this morning in what was Japan’s biggest win over The Matildas. Japan showed why they are the leading team in Asia asContinue reading “Tillies tumble back to earth in SheBelieves opener”
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Young Matildas score nine to open Four Nations Tournament
By Kieran Yap 20/2/25 Above: Grace Kuilamu (8) battles for possession. Photo: Football Australia The Young Matildas began the Four Nations Tournament with an emphatic 9-0 win over Vanuatu’s senior team at Viking Park. The match marked the first outing that this group of players have had together, and begins the new cycle for Australia’sContinue reading “Young Matildas score nine to open Four Nations Tournament”
“It’s always an honour to play for Australia and our nation”- Australia prepare to host Vanuatu
By Kieran Yap 18/2/25 Above: The Young Matildas in training on Tuesday. Photo: Football Australia Young Matildas forward Sienna Saveska and Vanuatu Captain Rita Solomon spoke to the media ahead of their encounter in the Four Nations Tournament. It is the start of a new cycle for the Australian Under 20’s. The Young Matilda haveContinue reading ““It’s always an honour to play for Australia and our nation”- Australia prepare to host Vanuatu”
New Australia kit to make its debut at She Believes Cup
By Kieran Yap 17/2/25 Above: Designer of the Nike collection Reko Rennie in Australia’s new anthem jacket. Photo: Football Australia A new Matildas jersey means new memories are about to be made. The next kit from Nike is to make its debut on Friday morning, and is the result of a collaboration with Kamilaroi artist RekoContinue reading “New Australia kit to make its debut at She Believes Cup”
Missed opportunities result in first ever draw between Brisbane Roar & Western United
Brisbane Roar 0-0 Western United By Alice de Koster-Kitto 17/2/25 Above: Kahli Johnson in possession for Western United. Photo: Western United Brisbane Roar and Western United have played out a historic 0-0 draw, in a gripping match at Perry Park. Following a string of missed opportunities, and dangerously close calls, neither side managed to find theContinue reading “Missed opportunities result in first ever draw between Brisbane Roar & Western United “
Victory score twice to beat The Mariners
Melbourne Victory 2-0 Central Coast Mariners By Alyce Collett 17/2/25 Above: Nikki Flannery and Sarah Rowe fight for possession. Photo: Beck Hartley for Impetus Melbourne Victory have tightened their grip on second spot on the ladder after a 2-0 win over the Central Coast Mariners. The match was won in the first half, where VictoryContinue reading “Victory score twice to beat The Mariners”
Wanderers score four in comeback against the Jets
Western Sydney Wanderers 4-1 Newcastle Jets By Kieran Yap 15/2/25 Above: Ena Harada celebrates after putting Wanderers 2-1 up. Photo: Western Sydney Wanderers Despite going behind early, the Western Sydney Wanderers have started off the round with a 4-1 win against the Newcastle Jets. Things could have started off better for the home side. YoungContinue reading “Wanderers score four in comeback against the Jets”
The Kerr captaincy discussion is just noise
By Kieran Yap 13/2/25 Above: Sam Kerr. Photo Kris Goman for Impetus. The continued criticism of Sam Kerr by sections of the media resemble a choir of untrained vuvuzela’s. All in competition to be the loudest while sounding exactly the same. Here is what Football Australia need to do in the wake of the SamContinue reading “The Kerr captaincy discussion is just noise”
Young Matildas squad named, and it looks like an A-League All-Stars team
By Kieran Yap 10/2/25 Above: Wanderers and former Junior Matildas star Sienna Saveska has been named in the Young Matildas team. Photo: Football Australia The Young Matildas squad for the upcoming Four Nations Tournamament in Canberra has been named. Interim U20 coach Kory Babington has named 26 players to host The Solomon Islands, Vanuatu andContinue reading “Young Matildas squad named, and it looks like an A-League All-Stars team”
Western United rebound with win against Sydney FC
Sydney FC 1-2 Western United By Alyce Collett 9/2/25 Above: Chloe Logarzo shoots from the penalty spot. Photo: Ryan Miller-Woods for Impetus Western United has picked up very important win for its A League Women’s finals aspirations, downing Sydney FC by two goals to one. It was a milestone match to remember for defender Julia Sardo, as Western United looked the stronger sideContinue reading “Western United rebound with win against Sydney FC”
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