by Catherine Mackenzie (1/1/25) Above: The Lionesses come together to celebrate. Photo: Lionesses. It was a mixed year for the Lionesses. A common complaint has been that they struggle to create chances and score goals, but how bad has 2024 really been? Has the country been so conditioned to expect total dominance from the teamContinue reading “The Lionesses in 2024: Nowhere near as bad as the critics would make you believe”
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The Republic of Ireland: Where to now ?
Above: Katie McCabe and Denise O’Sullivan after Ireland’s qualifier loss to Cymru. Photo: Ireland Football by Alyce Collett (7/12/24) This week saw absolute heartbreak for the Republic of Ireland women’s national team, who failed to navigate past Cymru and qualify for the 2025 Euros, much to the heartbreak of the players. It is a realContinue reading “The Republic of Ireland: Where to now ?”
England youngsters showcase skills in 1-0 win over Switzerland
Above: England’s changed starting XI to face Switzerland. Photo: Natalie Ovenden for Impetus. By Ava-Marianne Elliott at Bramall Lane for Impetus. England 1-0 Switzerland England achieved a 1-0 victory over Switzerland to conclude 2024 with a win in an engaging friendly, holding onto an early lead from Manchester United’s midfield maestro, Grace Clinton. After a goallessContinue reading “England youngsters showcase skills in 1-0 win over Switzerland”
USWNT’s physicality is no match for a solid Lioness side
England 0-0 United States Above: Jess Naz shielding the ball from Casey Krueger Photo: Lionesses on X. By Christopher Heath at Wembley Stadium for Impetus (30/11/24) From the sound of the whistle to signal the kick-off of the highly-anticipated clash between the top two FIFA-ranked nations in the world, the sheer force of physicality byContinue reading “USWNT’s physicality is no match for a solid Lioness side”
Polkinghorne: “Really special to be able to play one last game here at home.”
Above: Clare Polkinghorne in action against Iran. Image: Kris Goman for Impetus. By Genevieve Henry (28/11/24) A legend of the Matildas, Clare Polkinghorne is preparing for a “really special” final game in green and gold. The most-capped Australian will say her goodbyes to the professional game (at least as a player) in her home inContinue reading “Polkinghorne: “Really special to be able to play one last game here at home.””
Stirton names ParaMatildas World Cup squad
4/11/24 Above: ParaMatildas star Eloise Northam celebrating the team’s IFCPF Asia-Oceania Women’s Championships win last year. Photo supplied to Impetus by: Football Australia. With the IFCPF World Cup in Spain just a week away, ParaMatildas head coach Kelly Stirton has named her squad for the tournament. Stirton’s 10-player list consists of a mix of experienceContinue reading “Stirton names ParaMatildas World Cup squad”
England clinch the win after a close fight against South Africa
by Rachel Gore at the Coventry Building Society Arena (29/10/24) Above: The Lionesses group together for a team photo ahead of the International friendly. Photo: Lionesses on X How did England secure victory? England came onto the pitch with a strong attacking drive. In the first half, the Lionesses played excellently down the left side. MayaContinue reading “England clinch the win after a close fight against South Africa “
Clare Hunt on the Matildas’ “good start to the friendly series.”
Above: Clare Hunt in action in a previous game for the Matildas. Image: Rob Lizzi for Impetus. By Genevieve Henry (27/10/24). After the Matildas played out a tight draw with Switzerland, Clare Hunt spoke to the press about the result as well as the upcoming game against Germany. “I think the result was pretty fairContinue reading “Clare Hunt on the Matildas’ “good start to the friendly series.””
Woods and Lincoln look ahead to Young Matildas U20 World Cup opener
by Ben Gilby (29/8/24) Above: Alicia Woods speaking from Bogotá earlier today. Image: Football Australia. The Young Matildas are making their final preparations in the Colombian capital Bogotá ahead of their opening U20 World Cup match on Saturday against the host nation with duo Alicia Woods and Chloe Lincoln in a confident mood as theyContinue reading “Woods and Lincoln look ahead to Young Matildas U20 World Cup opener”
Matildas announce Germany friendly for Europe based October window
21/8/24 Above: Australia’s Steph Catley battles against Germany in the Olympic Games last month. The Matildas will get a chance in October to set the record straight. Photo: Luisa Gonzalez/The Guardian. The Matildas will face Olympic Games Bronze Medallist, Germany, away in Duisburg during the October international window. Australia will spend this window in Europe,Continue reading “Matildas announce Germany friendly for Europe based October window”
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