Ben Gilby reports on the Matildas’ post-match media conference after their Third Place Play-Off defeat to Sweden as head coach Tony Gustavsson outlined the “serious investment” he wants to see now, and players Caitlin Foord and Alex Chidiac reflected on an incredible month (20/8/23). Above: Matildas boss Tony Gustavsson at last night’s post-match media conference.Continue reading “Gustavsson: “I want to see real investment that shows we’re serious about what we want to do””
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Matildas post-match media conference coverage
After last night’s World Cup semi-final, Matildas head coach Tony Gustavsson along with players Mary Fowler and Clare Hunt spoke to the media. Ben Gilby reports (17/8/23). Above: Tony Gustavsson speaking in last night’s post match media conference. Image: Football Australia. Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson spoke of his immense pride of his team’s achievementContinue reading “Matildas post-match media conference coverage”
The potential to change the sporting landscape of a country
Among the Impetus team covering the World Cup are several who have watched, supported, and covered The Matildas for a number of years. Ben Gilby, Kieran Yap, and Genevieve Henry come together to share their thoughts on how a very special women’s football team is transforming the sporting landscape of a nation, and how theyContinue reading “The potential to change the sporting landscape of a country”
NPL WA Women 2023 Round 19 Wrap
Ben Gilby provides a full report from the game of the week, plus all the details from the other matches in Western Australia’s NPL Women’s competition (14/8/23). Above: Hyundai NTC’s hat-trick hero Tanika Lala in action yesterday against Perth SC. Photo supplied to Impetus by: Rob Lizzi. Perth RedStar 3-3 Balcatta Etna Perth RedStar clinched theirContinue reading “NPL WA Women 2023 Round 19 Wrap”
Polkinghorne: The job is not done yet
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”
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”
Marianna Tabain: A WA legend still learning from the challenges
For this week’s WA On Wednesday interview, a legend of the game in Western Australia, Marianna Tabain speaks to Ben Gilby about her incredible career, life at Subiaco, and the NPLW WA (9/8/23). Above: Marianna Tabain (right) in action for Subiaco last season in the NPLW WA. Photo: JASP Photography. Marianna Tabain has experienced itContinue reading “Marianna Tabain: A WA legend still learning from the challenges”
NPL WA Women 2023 Round 18 Wrap
Ben Gilby provides a full report from the game of the week, plus all the details from the other matches in Western Australia’s NPL Women’s competition and this week supplied photos from our game of the week (7/8/23). Above: Balcatta Etna goalkeeper Gabby Dal Busco saves brilliantly from Fremantle City’s Tash Rigby. Photo: Ben Gilby. Main report of theContinue reading “NPL WA Women 2023 Round 18 Wrap”
Liana Cook: Perth SC founder member reflects on growth
In this week’s WA On Wednesday interview, Perth SC‘s Liana Cook, who has been at the club since their first season, speaks to Ben Gilby about her footballing journey and the development of both the club and wider NPLW WA (2/8/23). Above: Liana Cook (left) – a key part of Perth SC’s continued development. Photo:Continue reading “Liana Cook: Perth SC founder member reflects on growth”
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”
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