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Arnold makes the difference in tight tussle with Switzerland

Switzerland 1-1 Australia By Kieran Yap 26/10/24 Above: Mackenzie Arnold grabs the ball against Switzerland. Photo: Football Australia, Marcio Machado. A Caitlin Foord penalty and a strong performance from Mackenzie Arnold saw Australia draw 1-1 with Switzerland, but some long standing questions still remain without obvious answers. In Tom Sermanni’s first game back in chargeContinue reading “Arnold makes the difference in tight tussle with Switzerland”

Caitlin Foord: ‘It’s about making the most of it while we’re here”

By Isabelle Campbell 23/10/24 Above: Caitlin Foord in action for Australia earlier this year. Photo: Tilly McDonald for Impetus Just three weeks ago Caitlin Foord found herself in the defensive line for her club Arsenal, though not a position she finds herself in often in recent times, this was certainly not her first experience atContinue reading “Caitlin Foord: ‘It’s about making the most of it while we’re here””

Clare Polkinghorne: A Farewell to a Matildas Legend

Isabelle Campbell 02/10/2024 Above: Clare Polkinghorne. Photo: Matildas “I’ve given everything that I have for this jersey. Mentally, physically, emotionally.” Clare Polkinghorne has long been a cornerstone of the Matildas’ defense and a highly esteemed figure in Australian women’s football. Today, she has officially announced her retirement from international football. After an exceptional career spanningContinue reading “Clare Polkinghorne: A Farewell to a Matildas Legend”

Supersub Beth Mead salvages shares of the spoils for Arsenal against Manchester City at the Emirates

Arsenal 2-2 Manchester City by Christopher Heath at The Emirates for Impetus (22/09/24) Beth Mead netted a 81st-minute equaliser for Arsenal as the Gunners drew 2-2 with Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium in their opening match of the 2024/25 Barclays Women’s Super League (WSL) campaign. Arsenal – Focussing on the full–backs Caitlin Foord andContinue reading “Supersub Beth Mead salvages shares of the spoils for Arsenal against Manchester City at the Emirates”

Tom Sermanni is the perfect Matildas coach for a unique moment

By Kieran Yap 17/9/24 Above: Tom Sermanni is his role as Western Sydney’s women’s football advisor. Photo: Western Sydney Wanderers. The Matildas Asian Cup winning coach is back in the dugout at least for the time being. Tom Sermanni has been named interim manager of Australia for the October international window while Football Australia continuesContinue reading “Tom Sermanni is the perfect Matildas coach for a unique moment”

Forest Women Sail to the top of the table with a 9-0 win over Stourbridge.

Nottingham Forest 9-0 Stourbridge by Freya Ward at The City Ground for Impetus (8/9/24). Forest’s squad celebrating Lyndsey Harkin’s 300th appearance for the club. Photo: NFFCWomen on X Nottingham Forest put on another dominant performance at the City Ground to secure themselves the top spot in the FAWNL Northern Premier Division, slotting 9 goals past Stourbridge inContinue reading “Forest Women Sail to the top of the table with a 9-0 win over Stourbridge.”

Kicking Off a New Era?: The Inaugural Perth International Football Cup

By Isabelle Campbell 06/09/2024 Leicester City line up at the Perth International Football Cup. Photo: Rob Lizzi for Impetus This past week I, along with countless other avid women’s football fans, was in attendance at HBF Park across all three game days of the Perth International Football Cup. Bringing together high-profile teams from both England’s Women’sContinue reading “Kicking Off a New Era?: The Inaugural Perth International Football Cup”

What does the signing of Demi Stokes mean for Newcastle United?

Above: Demi Stokes pictured at St James’ Park after signing for newly promoted Championship side, Newcastle United Photo: Newcastle United Official Media By Caitlin Kelly (8/9/24)  Championship side, Newcastle United, announced the signing of former Manchester City defender, Demi Stokes. After making 113 appearances and spending the last nine years at Manchester City, what impactContinue reading “What does the signing of Demi Stokes mean for Newcastle United?”

Prakash and Kruger reflect on U20 World Cup debuts

By Kieran Yap 2/9/24 Above: The Young Matildas in training. Photo: Ann Odong. Football Australia. Following the opening game against Colombia, the Young Matildas have focussed on recovery and quick improvement by the time they face Mexico. Avaani Prakash and Zara Kruger both made their FIFA tournament debut’s in the 2-0 loss and spoke toContinue reading “Prakash and Kruger reflect on U20 World Cup debuts”