Rytting Kaneryd secures a win for Chelsea in WSL opener

Chelsea 1-0 Aston Villa by Tara Murray for Impetus at Kingsmeadow Stadium (21/09/24) Above: Kingsmeadow awaiting the WSL opener Photo: ChelseaFCW on X Johanna Rytting Kaneryd scored in the 36th minute to secure the first win of the season for Chelsea in a 1-0 victory over Aston Villa at Kingsmeadow. Chelsea initiated the game applying high pressure fromContinue reading “Rytting Kaneryd secures a win for Chelsea in WSL opener”

Millie’s Bright-est moments for the Blues 

by Maisie Mcnulty (24/3/24) Above: Millie Bright with the Chelsea captain’s armband for 2023/24. Photo: Chelsea Women. Impetus takes a look at how Millie has brightened up her team and what she brings to the pitch, as well as looking at some of her top moments so far. After 250 appearances for Chelsea, Millie BrightContinue reading “Millie’s Bright-est moments for the Blues “

Match Report: Manchester United 2-0 Bristol City

By Fran Lever 17/3/24 Above: Lucia Garcia for Manchester United. Photo: Manchester United. A scrappy game saw Manchester United hold onto their top four spot – but Liverpool are not far behind them.  It was box office viewing at Leigh Sports Village as fourth placed Manchester United struggled at times against bottom of the tableContinue reading “Match Report: Manchester United 2-0 Bristol City”

Match Report: Arsenal 3-1 Manchester United

Photo: Ben Phillips Arsenal achieved a crucial victory to give them a lifeline in the title race and a secure third-place position in the WSL table in front of a packed-out Emirates Stadium. The home support in North London was in full voice during the clash, and Manchester United now trail seven points behind theContinue reading “Match Report: Arsenal 3-1 Manchester United”

A Journey through Chelsea Women’s History

By Ruby Vince 6/2/24 Above: Chelsea lift another trophy. Photo: Andy Wicks In 1992, Chelsea Ladies Football Club emerged as a testament to the fervent desire of Chelsea FC supporters to see the club’s representation in women’s football. The subsequent years have witnessed a remarkable journey, characterized by overcoming challenges, strategic transformations, and achieving unprecedentedContinue reading “A Journey through Chelsea Women’s History”

Points shared between Reds and Spurs

Liverpool 1 – 1 Tottenham Hotspur  By Fran Lever 5/2/24 Above: Tottenham players after their draw away to Liverpool Photo: THFC In a scrappy game that was hard to call at time, it was draw for the middle of the table teams Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur.  Before the game, Liverpool sat in fifth place andContinue reading “Points shared between Reds and Spurs”

West Ham defeat Arsenal in crucial game for both teams

By Joseph Rosedon 5/2/24 Above: West Ham celebrate their win over Arsenal at home. Photo: Ben Phillips for Impetus71 West Ham 2 Arsenal 1 West Ham stunned title-chasing Arsenal with a comeback victory, sealing their first WSL victory against the North London side. Second-half goals from French duo Viviane Asseyi and HawaCissoko gave West Ham a famous victory. From the start West Ham deployed a deep block to stifle Arsenal’s attacks. Katrina Gorry inContinue reading “West Ham defeat Arsenal in crucial game for both teams”

Barclays Women’s Super League: A Half Time Review.

Above: Beth Mead returns after a long absence. Photo: Ian Middlebrook By Emmanuel Faith. If the WSL season was a 90-minute match, the half-time whistle would have been blown in the last minute of the seven-goal thriller between West Ham United and Tottenham. What a way to end the first half! The 2023/2024 season has been an exhilarating journey. From 5-star performancesContinue reading “Barclays Women’s Super League: A Half Time Review.”

WSL Conferences

Five Impetus 71 writers covered six different WSL conferences ahead of the head-to-head weekend! Arsenal By Beth McCowen Above: Arsenal head coach Jonas Eidevall at this morning’s media conference. Jonas Eidevall’s Arsenal will come up against Liverpool on Sunday in the WSL. The Gunners’ first game of the season ended in a home defeat against Matt Beard’s side. This weekend’s fixture will mark Eidevall’s 100th game asContinue reading “WSL Conferences”