Never Say Die Matildas end Lionesses’ unbeaten run

England 0-2 Australia by Rachel Cohen at the GTech Community Stadium for Impetus (12/4/23). Above: Charli Grant (second left) celebrates her goal last night with (left to right) Kyra Cooney-Cross, Cortnee Vine, and Mary Fowler. Photo: Football Australia. Tony Gustavsson’s buoyant Matildas ended England’s 30-game unbeaten run with a performance full of their trademark ‘NeverContinue reading “Never Say Die Matildas end Lionesses’ unbeaten run”

Gustavsson: We won’t shy away from “the toughest challenge ever”

Nathan Edwards reports from Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson‘s media conference today ahead of their match with England tomorrow (10/4/23). Above: Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson believes his side will invoke their renowned Never Say Die spirit tomorrow night against England. Photo: Hannah Parnell for Impetus. Matildas boss Tony Gustavsson said that it would beContinue reading “Gustavsson: We won’t shy away from “the toughest challenge ever””

Charli Grant: “I’m loving the challenge, it makes my game better”

The Matildas defender Charli Grant spoke to the media ahead of Australia’s friendly with England tomorrow. Ben Gilby reports (10/4/23). Above: Charli Grant sharing her thoughts ahead of tomorrow’s match with England. Image: Football Australia. Charli Grant’s continual growth has seen the South Australian become an international regular and she is about to face, perhapsContinue reading “Charli Grant: “I’m loving the challenge, it makes my game better””

Australia v Scotland Photo Gallery Two

Hannah Parnell was pitchside at the Australia v Scotland match on Good Friday for Impetus. Here is her second gallery of superb photos from the match (9/4/23). Above: Matildas’ midfielder Katrina Gorry tackles Scotland’s Kirsty Hanson (10). Photo: Hannah Parnell for Impetus. To view Hannah Parnell‘s first gallery of photos from the match, click onContinue reading “Australia v Scotland Photo Gallery Two”

Docherty rocket ends Matildas’ unbeaten run

Australia 0-1 Scotland Report by Nathan Edwards at Plough Lane for Impetus. EXCLUSIVE photography from Hannah Parnell (7/4/23) Above: Australia goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold punches clear during the Matildas clash with Scotland at Wimbledon today. Photo: Hannah Parnell for Impetus. Nicola Docherty scored the only goal of the game to clinch the win for Scotland inContinue reading “Docherty rocket ends Matildas’ unbeaten run”

Sam Kerr: We want to inspire a nation

Ben Gilby was in today’s Australia media conference with captain Sam Kerr and head coach Tony Gustavsson. The Matildas’ all-time record scorer highlighted the fact that the best possible legacy from their home World Cup would be increased funding to match the sport’s status as the one with the biggest participation rate in the countryContinue reading “Sam Kerr: We want to inspire a nation”

Hayley Raso: “I’m sharp, firing, and ready to go”

Ben Gilby was in The Matildas’ media conference with Hayley Raso today and heard the winger emphasise that whilst she isn’t getting the minutes she’d like at Manchester City, she is more than ready to perform for her country against Scotland and England (5/4/23). Above: Hayley Raso in action for Australia against South Africa inContinue reading “Hayley Raso: “I’m sharp, firing, and ready to go””

Matildas Tuesday Training

Andy Wicks was at Australia’s training session today in Surrey as Tony Gustavsson’s team prepare to take on Scotland at AFC Wimbledon on Good Friday (4/4/23). Above: Amy Sayer (left) and Matilda McNamara, who were today added to the Matildas squad after injury withdrawals. Photo: Andy Wicks for Impetus. Australia have confirmed that Caitlin FoordContinue reading “Matildas Tuesday Training”

Ante Juric: The Oracle

By Jamie Dunkin (4/4/23) Above: Sydney FC lift the Premiers Plate on Saturday. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. When Ante Juric took over as Sydney FC manager ahead of the 2017/18 season, there was something that stood out in his team which made it unlike competitors – a high number of youth players who hadContinue reading “Ante Juric: The Oracle”