by Ben Gilby (13/8/23) Above: Matildas legend Clare Polkinghorne speaking today. Image: CommBank Matildas/Football Australia. Clare Polkinghorne has seen and experienced most things in her record-breaking 17-year career representing her country. But last night’s win over France was something else. “It was an incredible night for everyone,” the defender beamed. We’re feeling really proud andContinue reading “Polkinghorne: The job is not done yet”
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Foord and Yallop: This shows what our team are about and the belief we have
On an incredible night for football in Australia, Ben Gilby reports the post-match reactions of Caitlin Foord and Tameka Yallop as they spoke to the media after the match (12/8/23). Above: Caitlin Foord reflects on Australia’s dramatic win over France with the media yesterday. Image: CommBank Matildas/Football Australia. It was one of the most epicContinue reading “Foord and Yallop: This shows what our team are about and the belief we have”
Stott makes City return whilst Sydney announce three new signings
10/8/23 Above: Rebekah Stott shows her delight at returning to Melbourne City. Photo supplied to Impetus by: Melbourne City FC. Melbourne City FC have announced this morning the signing of New Zealand international Rebekah Stott on a two-year deal for an undisclosed fee from WSL side Brighton and Hove Albion. Stott has made 93 appearancesContinue reading “Stott makes City return whilst Sydney announce three new signings”
What could Clare-squared equal for Everton?
By Genevieve Henry (6/8/23) Above: Clare Hunt in action for Australia against France. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. If the Clare’s combine, it could benefit both Everton and Australia. Rumours circulating of a possible move to the English Women’s Super League for new Matilda Clare Hunt come with the promise of a bright future forContinue reading “What could Clare-squared equal for Everton?”
Where could Kyra Cooney-Cross call home?
By Genevieve Henry (6/8/23) Above: Kyra Cooney Cross in training for Australia. Image: Football Australia The Matildas and Hammarby midfielder is not short of suitors, but what could she add to a new club, and which would be the best fit? Kyra Cooney-Cross has stunned for Australia at the world cup so far. She hasContinue reading “Where could Kyra Cooney-Cross call home?”
Western United announce Maher as Mariners add another two
4/8/23 Above: Grace Maher in action for Canberra United. Photo: Canberra United. Western United have today announced the major signing of Grace Maher from Canberra United – one of the competition’s most stylish players and best passers. The 24-year-old will add to Western United’s list of talented young centre-backs, adding supreme ball-playing ability into theirContinue reading “Western United announce Maher as Mariners add another two”
Foord and Hunt: We’re just getting started
It was an incredible night for The Matildas who defeated Olympic champions Canada 4-0 to top Group B. After the match, Caitlin Foord and Clare Hunt spoke to the media in the mixed zone at AAMI Park, Melbourne. Ben Gilby reports (1/8/23). Above: Caitlin Foord speaking after yesterday’s win for Australia over Canada. Image: CommBankContinue reading “Foord and Hunt: We’re just getting started”
Raso: We’re fighters…we’ll go out there and do it
Less than 24 hours before Australia’s do-or-die World Cup clash with Canada, Ben Gilby reports the thoughts of winger Hayley Raso as she spoke to the media today (30/7/23) Above: The Matildas star Hayley Raso speaking to the media ahead of tomorrow’s huge game with Canada. Image: Football Australia. Australia’s Hayley Raso is convinced thatContinue reading “Raso: We’re fighters…we’ll go out there and do it”
Newcastle Jets & Wellington Phoenix announce new signings
Three months out from the new A-League Women season, Newcastle Jets and Wellington Phoenix have announced new arrivals (30/7/23). Above: Claudia Cicco in Wellington Phoenix colours last season, has joined Newcastle Jets. Photo: Friends of Football. Newcastle Jets have announced the signing of Young Matildas defender Claudia Cicco for the 2023/24 season. Cicco joins theContinue reading “Newcastle Jets & Wellington Phoenix announce new signings”
Australia v Nigeria – The aftermath
After yesterday’s superb game in Brisbane between Australia and Nigeria, Impetus‘ African Football Correspondent Emmanuel Faith, who watched the game in Nigeria reflects on his nation’s achievement, whilst Ben Gilby, based in Australia for the tournament, reports the thoughts of Matildas’ midfielder Katrina Gorry (28/7/23) Above: Nigeria celebrate after a night of high drama inContinue reading “Australia v Nigeria – The aftermath”
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