By Aimee Reynolds (20/6/2025) Above: Spain celebrate. Photo: @Sefutbolfem on X. Will they make their mark again? World Champions Spain will be competing in their fifth European Championship this summer. The Spanish Women’s National Team (nicknamed La Roja) will be putting in their all to bring silverware back to Spain this summer. Although they haveContinue reading “Euros Preview: Spain”
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Ann Odong: A legend and role model of the Australian women’s football family
9/6/25 Above: Ann Odong in match day mode with The Matildas. Photo: ABC. Whilst the arrival of Joe Montemurro as The Matildas’ new head coach took all the headlines last week, the announcement that Ann Odong is to depart her role as the team’s media manager was just as big for many of those aroundContinue reading “Ann Odong: A legend and role model of the Australian women’s football family”
A brief history of Holly Furphy
By Kieran Yap 29/1/25 Above: Holly Furphy celebrates her goal against Sydney FC. Photo: A-Leagues When Melbourne Victory defeated Sydney FC in Round 13 all the talk was about the two goal scorers. Alana Jancevski earned goal of the week for her thunderous free-kick, and Holly Furphy, the new signing who made an immediate impression.Continue reading “A brief history of Holly Furphy”
‘I want to learn and grow as a player all the time’: How Sarah Rowe became a Mariner
By Isabelle Campbell (18/1/25) Above: Sarah Rowe for Central Coast Mariners. Photo: Central Coast Mariners. Sarah Rowe talks to Impetus about transitioning between two elite sports, why she chose the Mariners and how she prepared to return to football. After spending seven seasons with Collingwood in the AFLW, Sarah Rowe is embracing a new chapterContinue reading “‘I want to learn and grow as a player all the time’: How Sarah Rowe became a Mariner”
An Ode to Goad
By Kieran Yap 23/12/24 Above: Beattie Goad drives past Cortnee Vine. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus If Round Eight is to be Beattie Goad’s last game in the A-League women, the competition will farewell one of its most popular and most interesting players at the age of 27. She will be irreplaceable at Melbourne Victory,Continue reading “An Ode to Goad”
Arsenal Champions League stadium move – Meadow Park was the only option
by Rachel Gore (16/12/24) Above: The Emirates Stadium. Photo: Arsenal FC. The last month has seen highs and lows for Arsenal; the squad has consistently won matches however they have also been told that they are being forced out of The Emirates Stadium so that the men can play there instead. At the beginning ofContinue reading “Arsenal Champions League stadium move – Meadow Park was the only option”
Teagan Micah: She’s Been Here the Whole Time
Above: Teagan Micah warming up pre-match against Iran. Photo: Cat Bryant for Impetus. by Genevieve Henry (6/12/24). After an impressive performance by Teagan Micah between the sticks for the Matildas in the latest international window, many new fans are shocked at the competence of the current second-choice goalie. And it’s easy to see why—she’s beenContinue reading “Teagan Micah: She’s Been Here the Whole Time”
GeoPolitics in football: What is it and how does it interact with the women’s game?
by Ella McShane (27/11/24) Above: People gather at Lousail Boulevard during the 2022 Men’s World Cup in Qatar. Photo: Trip Advisor. The globalisation of football has seen the sport belong to many humans across the world. Football can celebrate culture, exude passion, and unite, arguably in a way that no other sport can. This alsoContinue reading “GeoPolitics in football: What is it and how does it interact with the women’s game?”
Vivianne Miedema – short term pain for City’s long term gain
by Bethany Monkhouse (18/11/24) Above: Vivianne Miedema in action for Manchester City on her WSL debut at former club Arsenal. Photo: ESPN. Dutch international Vivianne Miedema’s latest injury setback – surgery on her left knee – has had a frustrating impact on her settling in process at new club Manchester City. After a hugely promisingContinue reading “Vivianne Miedema – short term pain for City’s long term gain”
Phallon Tullis-Joyce: Stepping into big boots with style
by Boh Blythin (12/11/24) Above: Manchester United goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce. Photo: Manchester United. Phallon Tullis-Joyce came to the WSL with huge expectations and big boots to fill. Replacing Mary Earps was no easy job. During her five years at Manchester United, Earps was able to win many awards; internationally, domestically, and personally. After playing aroundContinue reading “Phallon Tullis-Joyce: Stepping into big boots with style”
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