By Kieran Yap Above: Melbourne Victory assistant Johno Clemente. Photo: Melbourne Victory We take a deep dive on why the 25-year old Johno Clemente’s name is on everybody’s lips and what the future holds for one of the brightest young minds in Australian Football currently. Clemente is a coach on the rise in the women’s game. CoachingContinue reading “Johno Clemente: a coach climbing the ranks”
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Prakash and Kruger reflect on U20 World Cup debuts
By Kieran Yap 2/9/24 Above: The Young Matildas in training. Photo: Ann Odong. Football Australia. Following the opening game against Colombia, the Young Matildas have focussed on recovery and quick improvement by the time they face Mexico. Avaani Prakash and Zara Kruger both made their FIFA tournament debut’s in the 2-0 loss and spoke toContinue reading “Prakash and Kruger reflect on U20 World Cup debuts”
NPLW Vic: Preston and Heidelberg head into Grand Final
Preston Lions 1-0 Essendon Royals By Joe Rosedon 2/9/24 Preston edged past Essendon to reach their first ever Grand Final, after Haley Johnson once again delivers for Preston, scoring the only goal of the game An unsurprisingly cagey start saw very few chances of note, with both teams reluctant to reveal the hands too early and Essendon able to nullify Preston’s free scoring front line. AContinue reading “NPLW Vic: Preston and Heidelberg head into Grand Final”
The Marvellous year of Maja Markovski
By Kieran Yap 29/8/24 Above: Markovski celebrates one of her 20 goals this season. Photo: Bulleen Lions instagram Maja Markovski has been one of the most entertaining and reliable forwards in Victoria’s NPLW. The league’s leading scorer spoke to Impetus about her incredible season. It was the Nike FC Cup final, an early penalty kickContinue reading “The Marvellous year of Maja Markovski”
Are Arsenal’s Additions: enough to catch Chelsea?
By Isabelle Campbell 29/8/25 Above: Mariona Caldentey. Photo: Arsenal Football Club Arsenal have been busy this transfer window and have increased their chances of catching Chelsea at the top. Isabelle Campbell looks at the impact the new arrivals can have. With the first matches of the 24/25 Women’s Super League season just around the corner,Continue reading “Are Arsenal’s Additions: enough to catch Chelsea?”
Bulleen complete victory lap to celebrate top spot
Bulleen Lions 8-0 Calder United By Joe Rosedon 26/8/24 Premier winners Bulleen complete victory lap against relegation threatened Calder. Four goals from a sensational Maja Markovski alongside a double from Nia Salleh and goals from Lourdes Gonazalez and Yuka Sato completed the rout. Gonzalez opened the scoring for the champions, after a well worked short corner ended up at the feet of Gonzalez. She used her body wellContinue reading “Bulleen complete victory lap to celebrate top spot”
Asian Champions League presents serious challenges for part time players
By Kieran Yap 23/8/24 Photo: AFC Invitational winners in 2024. Photo via FIFPRO report. Amid the excitement surrounding the launch of the Women’s Asian Champions League lies a harsh reality. As things stand now, it may not be the best thing for the players. On the surface, it feels like the right step. A Women’sContinue reading “Asian Champions League presents serious challenges for part time players”
Olympics Team of the Tournament.
By Emmanuel Faith 22/8/24 Above: Trinity Rodman. Photo: USWNT While the Olympics wrapped up a week ago, a lot of us are still basking in the lovely memories it gave us. From Emma Hayes first medal with the USA team to Marta’s legendary departure from football, there are lot to reminisce about this magnificenttournament. In this article, IContinue reading “Olympics Team of the Tournament.”
Bulleen Lions crowned premiers, while Preston and Royals offer finals preview
Preston 2 Essendon 2 By Joe Rosedon 20/8/24 Title rivals Preston and Essendon battle out to a 2-2 draw that puts Bulleen in pole position to secure a first-place finish. A goal from Ava Groba and an own goal from Ellie La Monte were cancelled out by Georgia Henderson and Haley Johnson A frenetic start to the game saw both teams find the back of the net in the first tenContinue reading “Bulleen Lions crowned premiers, while Preston and Royals offer finals preview”
Preston get revenge at Veneto Club
Bulleen 1 Preston 2 By Joe Rosedon 13/8/24 Above: Preston Lions. Photo via Preston Lions FC Instagram. Preston stun league leaders Bulleen at home with a stunning performance. Goals from Ellie La Monte and Miri Nishimura gave the away side the victory after Alana Murphy opened the scoring for the home side. In a rematch of the Nike Cup final and potential precursorContinue reading “Preston get revenge at Veneto Club”
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