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Hayley Raso departs Real Madrid

Above: Hayley Raso celebrates a goal for the Matildas. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. By Genevieve Henry (23/6/24). Real Madrid have announced the departure of Hayley Raso after just one year with the club. The 29-year old winger signed for the club last July, becoming the first Australian, male or female, to do so.  DuringContinue reading “Hayley Raso departs Real Madrid”

“I wouldn’t want to do it with any other club.” Princess Ibini signs for a tenth season in Sky Blue

Above: Princess Ibini in action for Sydney FC. Image: Kris Goman for Impetus. By Genevieve Henry (23/6/24). In 2015, a 15 year-old Princess Ibini made her first appearance for Sydney FC, full of dreams and excitement. Coming up on 10 years later, she’s made 140 appearances and is set to become the record appearance makerContinue reading ““I wouldn’t want to do it with any other club.” Princess Ibini signs for a tenth season in Sky Blue”

FC Barcelona sign Ellie Roebuck

By Freya Ward (23/6/24) Above: Ellie Roebuck unveiled as a Barcelona player earlier this week. Photo: FC Barcelona Femeni European Championship winner Ellie Roebuck joins FC Barcelona on a two-year deal after nine years with Manchester City. The UEFA Women’s Champions League holders have got Roebuck on a deal until June 2026 on a freeContinue reading “FC Barcelona sign Ellie Roebuck”

“It’s emotional, but Sky Blue forever”: Vine and McLean leave Sydney

Above: Cortnee Vine lifts the 2022-23 Premier’s plate, with Charlotte McLean on her left. Image: Sydney FC. by Genevieve Henry (15/6/24). Cortnee Vine and Charlotte McLean, Sydney FC’s most iconic and beloved duo, announced on Friday that they are to depart the Sky Blues for the NWSL. After four years with the club, Vine isContinue reading ““It’s emotional, but Sky Blue forever”: Vine and McLean leave Sydney”

Wilkinson departure: The striker & Dario Vidosic reflect

13/6/24 Above: Hannah Wilkinson (right) battles for Melbourne City against Sydney FC during the 2023/24 A-League Women Grand Final. Photo: Sydney FC. After three seasons, Melbourne City’s all-time leading A-League Women scorer, Hannah Wilkinson, will depart the Club following the conclusion of her contract.  Joining City ahead of the 2021/22 campaign, the New Zealand internationalContinue reading “Wilkinson departure: The striker & Dario Vidosic reflect”

Australia U23 side combines three great youth teams

By Kieran Yap 16/5/24 Above: Peta Trimis via Football Australia Mel Andreatta has named Australia’s Under 23 squad to compete in the four nations tournament in Sweden this year. Perth Goalkeeper Morgan Aquino has earned her first call up while 11 players from the U20 squad to qualify for the World Cup will also beContinue reading “Australia U23 side combines three great youth teams”

Mackenzie Hawkesby bleeds Sky Blue and has renewed her contract for One More Year

Above: Cortnee Vine and Mackenzie Hawkesby (right) celebrate their recent Championship. Image: Sydney FC. By Genevieve Henry (15/5/24). Sydney announced on Tuesday that Mackenzie Hawkesby had renewed her contract for one more season. The Grand Final player of the match turned the Sky Blues’ season around when she returned midseason from a disappointing stint overseasContinue reading “Mackenzie Hawkesby bleeds Sky Blue and has renewed her contract for One More Year”

Cuthbert & Dower speak about sharing the love of the game through the language of football

by Ben Gilby (29/4/24) Above: Joy on the faces of all taking part in the Cairns coaching session hosted by the Junior Matildas today. Photo supplied to Impetus by: Football Australia. The Junior Matildas welcomed 18 girls from Cape York House for Girls and Centacare Far North Queensland resettlement program to Endeavour Park in CairnsContinue reading “Cuthbert & Dower speak about sharing the love of the game through the language of football”

Canberra United guaranteed another season after 200k from ACT Government

Above: Canberra United celebrates a goal this past season. Now, they have many more to look forward to. Image: Canberra United. By Ryan Miller-Woods (19/4/24). The media heard from Capital Football CEO Samantha Farrow and Save Canberra United’s Sue Read on Thursday in regard to the future of Canberra United being secured thanks to aContinue reading “Canberra United guaranteed another season after 200k from ACT Government”