By Alyce Collett (19/2/26) Above: Alex Chidiac is back in the Matildas’ squad after not being selected for a number of windows recently. Image: via A Leagues. The much anticipated Australian squad for the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup has been revealed, with a good mix of experience and youth in the 26 player squad. On the one endContinue reading “Fan favourites both young and old make Matildas’ Asian Cup squad”
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USA boosts squad experience level for SheBelieves Cup
By Alyce Collett (18/2/26) Above: The USA will be trying to win the SheBelieves Cup for the sixth time when the 11th annual edition of the tournament kicks off next month. Image: via US Soccer. In a big week for international squad announcements, the United States has revealed its squad for the upcoming SheBelieves Cup, set to takeContinue reading “USA boosts squad experience level for SheBelieves Cup”
Ward names settled squad for Girls in Green
By Alyce Collett (17/2/26) Above: The Republic of Ireland will be looking to continue a strong run of momentum into a very important year of matches. Image: Ireland Football Twitter. The first squad for the Republic of Ireland for 2026 has been revealed, with not too many surprises in the 23 player squad set to take on FranceContinue reading “Ward names settled squad for Girls in Green”
The legacy of Chloe Logarzo Berryhill
Above: Chloe Logarzo Berryhill celebrates at the 2019 Women’s World Cup with Matildas teammate Ellie Carpenter. Image: Rachel Bach/By The White Line for Football Australia. By Genevieve Henry (26/1/26). Matildas and Western Sydney Wanderers’ Chloe Logarzo Berryhill announced her retirement on Jan. 23 on Instagram, after going down injured in the Wanderers’ clash with BrisbaneContinue reading “The legacy of Chloe Logarzo Berryhill”
Grant Scott jumps ship after Celtic beat Hibs with audacious goal directly from kick-off
Hibernian 1-2 Celtic By Gethin Thurlow at Meadowbank for Impetus (23/12/25) Above: Grant Scott with the SWPL title in May last year Photo: @Record_Sport on X Celtic poached the three points and manager from Hibs in what was a blockbuster 24 hours between the clubs. First of all, Maria McAneny scored an incredible goal directlyContinue reading “Grant Scott jumps ship after Celtic beat Hibs with audacious goal directly from kick-off”
Long throw Queen calls time on career
Above: Megan Campbell executing one of her trademark long throw ins. Photo: via RTE By Alyce Collett (15/10/2025) The changing of the guard in the Republic of Ireland senior national team is continuing, with Megan Campbell the latest Girl in Green to hang up the boots. Campbell earned 57 senior caps for the Republic of Ireland, afterContinue reading “Long throw Queen calls time on career”
Princess Ibini “Heart and Soul” of Sydney Departs after a Decade
Above: Princess Ibini lifts the 2023-24 A-League Women Championship Trophy. Image: Kris Goman for Impetus. By Genevieve Henry (28/8/25). One of the greatest Sky Blue and A-League Women players of all time in Princess Ibini is departing Sydney FC for an unnamed overseas opportunity. Her absence will be mourned as head coach Ante Juric calledContinue reading “Princess Ibini “Heart and Soul” of Sydney Departs after a Decade”
Melbourne City & Victory join NPLW in 2026 as Football Victoria reshapes pathway
by Georgie Lewis (22/8/25) From 2026, Melbourne Victory and Melbourne City will field teams in Victoria’s NPL Women’s (Senior U23) and U20 competitions, while Football Victoria refocuses its Academy to U15 and exits senior state leagues. Football Victoria (FV) has confirmed a major restructure of the female talent pathway in the state, with A-League WomenContinue reading “Melbourne City & Victory join NPLW in 2026 as Football Victoria reshapes pathway”
Irish young star chooses Foxes Den to call home
Above: new Leicester City signing Heather Payne, the newest signing at the Foxes. Image: via Leicester City FC By Alyce Collett (18/8/25) The Irish influx into Leicester City ahead of the 2025/26 Women’s Super League (WSL) season has continued, with Heather Payne becoming the latest player to sign for the club. The 25 year old movesContinue reading “Irish young star chooses Foxes Den to call home”
England’s FAWNL releases new three-year strategy: where our game grows
By Eloise Smallbone (13/08/2025) Above: the FAWNL strategy ‘where our game grows’. Photo: The FA website. Today, the FA Women’s National League (FAWNL) have announced a new strategy, titled ‘Where Our Game Grows’, aiming to take the third tier of English women’s football to the next level. The strategy is intended to shape the futureContinue reading “England’s FAWNL releases new three-year strategy: where our game grows”
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