by Ruby Joanne (6/12/23). Above: Victoria Pelova (21), Beth Mead, and Alessia Russo celebrate against Aston Villa earlier this season. They will be hoping for more good times against Chelsea on Sunday. Photo: Ben Phillips for Impetus. As they went into the international break, Arsenal racked up their sixth straight WSL win with a 3-0Continue reading “Red-hot Arsenal primed to take on Chelsea”
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Chelsea: Nothing stops them…so far
by Maisie McNulty (5/12/23). Above: Aggie Beever-Jones one of Chelsea’s shining lights this season who will be key to Emma Hayes signing off with more trophies. Photo: Ben Gilby for Impetus. As expected by many, Chelsea have made a strong start to their 2023/24 campaign in the Super League. Top of the table with 22Continue reading “Chelsea: Nothing stops them…so far”
Eight young players taking the WSL by storm
by Ava-Marianne Elliott (23/11/23) Above: Arsenal’s Australian midfield maestro Kyra Cooney-Cross. Photo: Mariella Prew for Impetus. Young players play integral roles in the WSL, and so far, this season we have seen some praiseworthy performances from the next generation of players that are bound to become some of the best in the world. From NorthContinue reading “Eight young players taking the WSL by storm”
A month of dreams and life-affirming memories
Just over two months after the World Cup, The Matildas are back in action. Impetus’ Ben Gilby, who spent a month back in Australia for the tournament, reflects on a period which combined strong emotional ties with the women’s game in the city of Perth to never-to-be-forgotten experiences (27/10/23). Above: The scene at Stadium AustraliaContinue reading “A month of dreams and life-affirming memories”
Women’s Football viewing recommendations
In her debut article for Impetus, Emily Brown details eight docuseries or films to stream in order to cure the post-World Cup blues (9/9/23). Above: England come together at the World Cup – there are plenty of opportunities to delve into the inside story of the Lionesses within Emily’s choices. Photo: Lionesses. Now that theContinue reading “Women’s Football viewing recommendations”
Aiming for the top ‘The Southampton Way’
by Johnathan Stack (8/5/23) Above: The panel discussion at Southampton’s St. Mary’s Stadium. Photo: Andy Wicks for Impetus. Impetus was fortunate to be invited to St Mary’s Stadium by Southampton FC for a hospitality day and to join a women’s football panel with Tom Rose (Southampton FC, Head of Marketing) and Sarah Batters (Southampton FC,Continue reading “Aiming for the top ‘The Southampton Way’”
The View From France
Jean-Pierre Thiesset summarizes the essential points of the new development plan for Women’s football in France (25/4/23). Above: Philippe Diallo, FFF president, and Jean-Michel Aulas, FFF COMEX (Executive Committee) member and head of high-level women’s football Commission. Photo: Arthur Balayn/FFF. A new era for women’s football in France The development plan for Women’s football inContinue reading “The View From France”
From songs to sponsorships: the work & dedication of women’s Active Supporters.
SPECIAL REPORT: #ImpetusFootball’s @KaptinYap spoke to @thewesterncore , @roarcorps @activejets , the @cornerofyellow and the @victory_vikings about the works and dedication of the active support groups in the #ALeaguewomen
Melanie, Morgan, and Mothers Flourishing
by Emmanuel Faith (7/3/23) Above: Alex Morgan fires her 120th goal for the USWNT against Brazil. Photo: Newsweek. When Alex Morgan was called to the stage in Paris as one of the members of the FIFA PRO women’s team of the year one week ago, the room roared in joyous glee. Morgan has dominated the game forContinue reading “Melanie, Morgan, and Mothers Flourishing”
Rossvale: Using strong foundations to reach for the stars
Third-tier SWF Championship side Rossvale have come a long way as a senior side in a short time – culminating with their last 16 Scottish Cup tie at the weekend against top-tier giants Rangers. Shaun Youngs, Rossvale’s matchday co-ordinator, spoke to Impetus’ Ben Gilby about the club’s formation, their exceptionally strong youth section, and theirContinue reading “Rossvale: Using strong foundations to reach for the stars”
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