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”
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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”
Mackenzie Hawkesby re-signs for Sydney: Can she put the Sky Blues back on top?
Above: Mackenzie Hawkesby celebrates in Sky Blue. Image: Kris Goman for Impetus. By Genevieve Henry (7/8/2025). One of Sydney FC’s very best talents in Mackenzie Hawkesby has signed on to continue her career in Sky Blue for the 2025/26 A-League Women Season. Her one-year extension will help spur Sydney on in their quest to getContinue reading “Mackenzie Hawkesby re-signs for Sydney: Can she put the Sky Blues back on top?”
ParaMatildas Squad Announcement
Above: The CommBank ParaMatildas lift the IFCPF World Cup Trophy in 2024. Image: Football Australia. By Genevieve Henry (6/8/25). ParaMatildas interim Head Coach Alicia Fergerson has named her 8-player squad that will travel to England to compete in the 2025 IFCPF Women’s Intercontinental Cup from August 18th–23rd at Loughborough University. This squad is packed toContinue reading “ParaMatildas Squad Announcement”
Australian U-23 Squad for ASEAN Women’s Championship Announced
Above: Western Australian talent Georgia Cassidy is among the names called up to the U-23 squad. Image: Rob Lizzi for Impetus Football. by Genevieve Henry (7/30/25). Head Coach Joe Palatsides has announced the U-23 Squad that will be flying to Vietnam to compete in the ASEAN Women’s Championship taking place from August 6-19. The squadContinue reading “Australian U-23 Squad for ASEAN Women’s Championship Announced”
Teagan Micah signs with OL Lyonnes
By Genevieve Henry (18/7/25). Above: Teagan Micah signs for OL Lyonnes. Image: Instagram. In a huge move, Teagan Micah has signed with French giants OL Lyonnes until 2026. The Australian goalkeeper departs Liverpool after making 19 appearances for the Reds over her two year spell in Merseyside. With the number one spot for the MatildasContinue reading “Teagan Micah signs with OL Lyonnes”
How Ellie Carpenter could change the game for Chelsea
By Genevieve Henry (2/7/25) Above: Ellie Carpenter in action for Australia Ellie Carpenter isn’t just another signing for Chelsea– with her unmatched engine, tenacious speed, and elite experience, she could be not only the future of the club, but a complete game changer. Impetus Football’s Genevieve Henry takes a look at how this transfer willContinue reading “How Ellie Carpenter could change the game for Chelsea”
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