By Genevieve Henry and Kieran Yap 11/8/23 Above: Sam Kerr for Australia against France in July. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. Tony Gustavsson will be in two minds about starting Sam Kerr. He is not alone. Whether or not to unleash the Matildas superstar upon the French defence from the first whistle or stick toContinue reading “To start or to sub? The Sam Kerr Question”
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Indiana Dos Santos and Whittlesea Rangers FC feature in latest short film from Nike Football
By Kieran Yap 11/8/23 The Young Matilda and the girls team from Whittlesea combine forces with some of the biggest names in women’s sport and The Matildas team song. Above: Young Matilda Indiana Dos Santos. Image by Calli Arciuli Well it’s a grand old team to play for It’s a grand old team to seeContinue reading “Indiana Dos Santos and Whittlesea Rangers FC feature in latest short film from Nike Football”
Victorian NPLW Catch Up Round: Alamein have a big win on and off the pitch.
By Kieran Yap (Kieran84@live.com.au) 7/8/23 Above: Alamein FC celebrate one of their seven goals. Photo: Centre Circle Photography. Three games were played this weekend to make up for games missed earlier in the season. Alamein hosted an under-strength Heidelberg United, Preston travelled to face FV Emerging and Calder took on Bulleen in a crucial matchContinue reading “Victorian NPLW Catch Up Round: Alamein have a big win on and off the pitch.”
What could Clare-squared equal for Everton?
By Genevieve Henry (6/8/23) Above: Clare Hunt in action for Australia against France. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. If the Clare’s combine, it could benefit both Everton and Australia. Rumours circulating of a possible move to the English Women’s Super League for new Matilda Clare Hunt come with the promise of a bright future forContinue reading “What could Clare-squared equal for Everton?”
Where could Kyra Cooney-Cross call home?
By Genevieve Henry (6/8/23) Above: Kyra Cooney Cross in training for Australia. Image: Football Australia The Matildas and Hammarby midfielder is not short of suitors, but what could she add to a new club, and which would be the best fit? Kyra Cooney-Cross has stunned for Australia at the world cup so far. She hasContinue reading “Where could Kyra Cooney-Cross call home?”
Beware, Africa is on the rise
By Emmanuel Faith, Impetus Africa Correspondent (5/8/23) Above: Morocco celebrate their progress to the knockout rounds. Photo: FIFA WWC Twitter The world stood still, the Atlas Lionesses huddled and held hands as they listened to the countdown from Perth’s HBF Park to the outcome in Brisbane over 2,500 miles away. In a few seconds, theirContinue reading “Beware, Africa is on the rise”
Dawn of a new EvE: Van Egmond’s return has enhanced The Matildas.
By Genevieve Henry 3/8/23 Above: Emily van Egmond scores for Australia against Nigeria: Image: Football Australia Since slotting into the Matildas starting lineup against Nigeria, Emily Van Egmond has barely put a foot wrong. Yes, she scored a goal, but her impact has been far more meaningful than just that moment. Van Egmond is oneContinue reading “Dawn of a new EvE: Van Egmond’s return has enhanced The Matildas.”
The Bergers are back with a win over Boroondara: NPLW Vic Round 20
By Kieran Yap (Kieran84@live.com.au) 1/8/23 Above: Heidelberg United are back on the winners list. Photo by: Jack Dilks There were some big results in Round 20, but both the title race and the top four remain uncertain with two games to go in Victoria’s NPLW. Preston Lions FC 2-1 Bulleen Lions Bulleen came into thisContinue reading “The Bergers are back with a win over Boroondara: NPLW Vic Round 20”
England’s Lionesses are victorious in their game against Denmark, but is there still more to work on?
By Aimee Logan 29/7/23 Above: Lauren James scored the goal that separated them from Denmark. Image: @Lionesses Twitter England’s lionesses have been kept to 1-0 victory in their second World Cup fixture against Denmark. I was at Box Park, Wembley to watch the game alongside some other England fans who were all excited to watch theContinue reading “England’s Lionesses are victorious in their game against Denmark, but is there still more to work on?”
Down but not out: why the Matildas loss to Nigeria may be a blessing in disguise
By Ben Carey 28/7/23 Above: The Matildas re-group after the loss to Nigeria Photo: Football Australia The Matildas lost to Nigeria on Thursday night. Nigeria was fast, physical, and clinical. The Matildas were anything but. It cost them the match, and if things don’t go well against Canada next Monday, it could cost them the World Cup. But it’s not the end of the world. In fact, itContinue reading “Down but not out: why the Matildas loss to Nigeria may be a blessing in disguise”
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