By Alyce Collett (20/2/25) Above: Katie McCabe (right) and Megan Campbell (left) in training. Image: FAIreland on X. It is the dawn of a new era for the Republic of Ireland’s women’s national team, as they prepare to get their next Nations League campaign started tomorrow with matches against Turkey and Slovenia. After spending lastContinue reading “Ireland set to face new challenges in Nations League”
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Winonah Heatley: “I’ve always quietly known that I would get here.”
by Genevieve Henry (19/2/25) Above: Winonah Heatley taking part in training with the national team. Photo: Football Australia. Matildas defender Winonah Heatley is one of the most exciting new faces in recent times. Heatley spoke to the press about her confidence going into the SheBelieves Cup, her role in the squad, and her thriving clubContinue reading “Winonah Heatley: “I’ve always quietly known that I would get here.””
Ellie Carpenter on the SheBelieves Cup: “We want to win for our country and we’ll be planning to do that”
By Genevieve Henry (18/2/25). Above: Ellie Carpenter walks out of the tunnel for Australia. Her leadership has been vital over the past few years. Photo: Tilly McDonald for Impetus. Ahead of their first match against Japan in the SheBelieves Cup, Matildas Vice Captain Ellie Carpenter spoke to the press about the team’s ambitions for theContinue reading “Ellie Carpenter on the SheBelieves Cup: “We want to win for our country and we’ll be planning to do that””
Wiegman: “We have the chance to write a new chapter in our story.”
By Freya Hiscott (11/02/25) Above: Sarina Wiegman at the England squad announcement press conference ahead of upcoming Nations League fixtures. Photo: Lionesses on X England head coach Sarina Wiegman has announced her 24-player squad for the upcoming UEFA Women’s Nations League fixtures in February against Spain and Portugal. The exciting two fixtures begin with aContinue reading “Wiegman: “We have the chance to write a new chapter in our story.””
The Lionesses in 2024: Nowhere near as bad as the critics would make you believe
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”
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”
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