By Genevieve Henry (20/5/23). Above: Catarina Macario for action for Olympique Lyon. Photo: OL Feminin. With USWNT starlet Catarina Macario set to join Chelsea, here’s a look at what she could bring to the Blues. Catarina Macario is a superstar. Anyone with eyes can see that. A prototype of an attacking midfielder, the Brazilian-born playerContinue reading “Catarina, Chelsea and Kerr: What Macario will bring to The Blues”
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Big names back in town but Okino still dominates in NPLW Victoria classic
by Kieran Yap (17/5/23) Above: Alana Jancevski back on the field for Bulleen Lions. Photo: Bulleen Lions Instagram. Bulleen and Preston brought back some big guns and FV Emerging’s latest rising star delivered again, but it was Heidelberg United and the Boroondara-Carey Eagles that produced the most incredible match and the only win of theContinue reading “Big names back in town but Okino still dominates in NPLW Victoria classic”
Wise rises, and Heidelberg score six: NPLW Victoria Round Eight
By Kieran Yap (10/5/23) Above: Nicole Blackett brings up her hat trick for Heidelberg United. Photo: Passion Creations. @Jaotam Instagram FV Emerging 1-1 Calder United Calder United travelled to face Victoria’s most promising young players in the first game of the round. Last season’s much-changed champions were coming off a strong result from round seven.Continue reading “Wise rises, and Heidelberg score six: NPLW Victoria Round Eight”
Sidney scores a screamer & Bulleen start to build – NPLW Victoria Wrap Round 7
By Kieran Yap (3/5/23) Above: Bulleen Lions Goalkeeper Gaby Garton stretches to save for Bulleen Lions. Photo: Passion Creation. Instagram @joatam One of the league’s best modern rivalries resumed in round seven. Elsewhere Boroondara-Carey Eagles showed that they can score goals without their star striker, and Sidney Allen scored a screamer. Calder United 4-2 HeidelbergContinue reading “Sidney scores a screamer & Bulleen start to build – NPLW Victoria Wrap Round 7”
Okino dominates and Iaria delights in NPLW Victoria Round Six
by Kieran Yap (26/4/23) Above: Bulleen Lions (white) and Bayside United contest possession during their round six encounter. Photo: Bulleen Lions. Three very different wonder goals and another Kurea Okino masterclass defined Round Six of Victoria’s NPLW. While Alamein got back to winning ways, Preston Lions faced their toughest test of the season so far.Continue reading “Okino dominates and Iaria delights in NPLW Victoria Round Six”
Late drama as Sydney FC defeat Melbourne Victory to seal Grand Final return
Sydney FC 1-0 Melbourne Victory By Kieran Yap (22/4/23) Above: Matchwinner Madison Hayley for Sydney FC. Photo: Liberty A-League. Sydney FC are through to a sixth straight A-League Women’s Grand Final after edging past a stubborn Melbourne Victory 1-0 at Allianz Stadium. The two sides entered this game under very different circumstances. Sydney FC wereContinue reading “Late drama as Sydney FC defeat Melbourne Victory to seal Grand Final return”
NTC’s young guns Emerge as potential stars: NPLW Victoria Wrap Round Five
By Kieran Yap (14/4/23) Above: FV Emerging in possession at Box Hill United. Photo: Passion Creations. Round Five of Victoria’s NPLW saw FV Emerging record an impressive win, while two of the form sides this season clashed at Olympic Village. Preston Lions continued their strong start to the season, while Bayside United stumbled against SouthContinue reading “NTC’s young guns Emerge as potential stars: NPLW Victoria Wrap Round Five”
The Impetus A-League Women’s finals preview: Week One
by Jonathan Tay and Kieran Yap (13/4/23) Above: Cortnee Vine (left) and Mackenzie Hawkesby (right) hold up the premiers plate for top-placed Sydney FC. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. The regular season is over, and the top four has been decided. Melbourne Victory will face off against Melbourne City on Saturday afternoon. The winner willContinue reading “The Impetus A-League Women’s finals preview: Week One”
Matildas show continued signs of promise, but one concern remains
By Kieran Yap (12/4/23) Above: Charli Grant celebrates her goal for Australia against England. Photo: Football Australia Australia had mixed results over the two games in this international window, but fairly consistent performances. Overall, the international window should be seen as a successful one, despite some lingering concerns. Although a 1-0 loss to Scotland frustratedContinue reading “Matildas show continued signs of promise, but one concern remains”
Bulleen off the mark and Okino’s clinic: NPLW Victoria Round Four
by Kieran Yap (10/4/23) Bulleen Lions recorded their first win of the season, Heidelberg United defeated a dangerous Box Hill United and the NPLW Victoria might have a new star striker as Round Four once again delivered some incredible games. Above: Heidelberg United (yellow) and South Melbourne face off. Photo: Jack Dilks. FV Emerging 4-4Continue reading “Bulleen off the mark and Okino’s clinic: NPLW Victoria Round Four”
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