Western United Welcome USWNT Star & City Sign Young Matildas Prospect

Impetus’ Ben Gilby hears from Western United‘s World Cup-winning striker Jessica McDonald and head coach Mark Torcaso plus Melbourne City’s Young Matildas starlet Daniela Galic and head coach Rado Vidosic (19/10/22). American World Cup-winning striker Jessica McDonald will light up the Liberty A-League Women after signing a guest contract with Western United’s inaugural women’s outfit.Continue reading “Western United Welcome USWNT Star & City Sign Young Matildas Prospect”

City, Jets, And Canberra Add To Squads

With almost a month to go until the start of the A-League Women season, teams are still building their squads. Impetus’ Ben Gilby hears from new arrivals Julia Grosso, Georgie Worth, and Vesna Milivojevic plus the head coaches of each of the teams concerned (18/10/22). Above: Melbourne City’s new signing Julia Grosso. Graphic: Melbourne City.Continue reading “City, Jets, And Canberra Add To Squads”

Sydney Snap Up Trio Of Major Signings

Impetus’ Ben Gilby hears from the Sky Blues’ new signings Anna Green, Madison Hayley, and Shay Evans plus head coach Ante Juric (14/10/22). Above: Sydney FC’s three new signings (left to right): Shay Evans, Anna Green, and Madison Hayley. Photo supplied to Impetus by: Sydney FC. Sydney FC have snapped up three new recruits fromContinue reading “Sydney Snap Up Trio Of Major Signings”

Canberra & Jets Add To Squads

Impetus’ Ben Gilby hears from Newcastle Jets’ returnee Tessa Tamplin and head coach Ash Wilson along with Laura Hughes who signs up for another season with her hometown club plus the capital city side’s head coach Njegosh Popovich (13/10/22). Above: Tessa Tamplin’s return to Newcastle Jets is a big boost for Ash Wilson’s side. Artwork:Continue reading “Canberra & Jets Add To Squads”

Matildas Performances Show Hints Of What Might Be

Impetus’ Kieran Yap sees reasons to be positive in Australia’s two games this international window (12/10/22). Above: Caitlin Foord celebrating her sensational goal in Denmark last night. The Arsenal star had a sparkling international window for Australia. Photo: Football Australia. The Matildas’ latest international window must be viewed as a success in many ways. Importantly,Continue reading “Matildas Performances Show Hints Of What Might Be”

Andreatta And Logarzo Focus In On Denmark

Impetus’ Ben Gilby hears from the Matildas assistant coach Mel Andreatta and returning star Chloe Logarzo as the team prepare to face Denmark tomorrow evening (10/10/22). Above: Chloe Logarzo speaking earlier today. Image: Football Australia. The early hours of Sunday morning saw the Matildas arrive in Skive to prepare for their fixture against Denmark atContinue reading “Andreatta And Logarzo Focus In On Denmark”

Matildas v South Africa Photo Special

Justine Burch was pitchside at Kingsmeadow yesterday for Impetus yesterday to capture all the action from Australia’s game with South Africa. Here’s a selection of her outstanding work (9/10/22). Above: Caitlin Foord hits Australia’s impressive fourth goal against South Africa yesterday. Photo: Justine Burch for Impetus. To read Ben Gilby’s analysis of the match andContinue reading “Matildas v South Africa Photo Special”

Vine Time For Cortnee But Concerns Remain

Australia 4-1 South Africa (8/10/22) Above: The Matildas line up before kick-off at Kingsmeadow. Photo: Justine Burch for Impetus. In My View by Ben Gilby at Kingsmeadow for Impetus Whilst the four goals may take the headlines, there were still a number of familiar issues which reared their head throughout the game. Whilst Australia dominatedContinue reading “Vine Time For Cortnee But Concerns Remain”

Perth Add Experienced American To Forward Line

Impetus’ Ben Gilby hears from Perth Glory’s latest arrival, striker Rylee Baisden, along with head coach Alex Epakis (7/10/22). Perth Glory today announced the arrival of American striker Rylee Baisden, who joins an already strong-looking group of attacking players in Western Australia. The 28-year-old arrives following a successful season in the NWSL with North CarolinaContinue reading “Perth Add Experienced American To Forward Line”

Gustavsson: Wary Of South African Threat Whilst Building Midfield Cohesion

Impetus’ Ben Gilby spoke to Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson at Kingsmeadow this afternoon ahead of tomorrow’s friendly with South Africa (7/10/22). Above: Matildas head coach Tony Gustavsson. Image: Football Australia. Whilst Australia are shorn of a number of first-choice players for their game with South Africa tomorrow, head coach Tony Gustavsson feels that hisContinue reading “Gustavsson: Wary Of South African Threat Whilst Building Midfield Cohesion”