Fiona Worts: Back thriving in her “safe space” at Adelaide United

by Ben Gilby (23/1/25) Above: Fiona Worts pictured during training this season. Photo: Adelaide United. At the end of last season, Adelaide United’s English striker Fiona Worts was at a crossroads. She admitted to Impetus in an exclusive interview that she was considering turning her back on football before she recognised that what she bothContinue reading “Fiona Worts: Back thriving in her “safe space” at Adelaide United”

Victory find the quality to edge tough battle with Perth

Melbourne Victory 1-0 Perth Glory by Ben Gilby with EXCLUSIVE photography from Adrian Geremia at The Home of the Matildas (18/1/25) Above: Perth Glory (light-coloured shirts) put the Melbourne Victory defence under pressure during the first half today. Photo: Adrian Geremia for Impetus. Melbourne Victory marked their talismanic midfielder Alex Chidiac’s 100th A-League Women appearanceContinue reading “Victory find the quality to edge tough battle with Perth”

Doeglas: I was in shock…I’ve worked so, so hard for this”

by Ben Gilby (16/1/25) Above: Caitlin Doeglas speaking to the media earlier today. Image: Perth Glory. It was the stuff of fairytales. Coming back to the A-League Women with Perth Glory after three years away. Making a 50th appearance. Scoring a goal. Caitlin Doeglas did it all last Friday. Reflecting on her comeback game inContinue reading “Doeglas: I was in shock…I’ve worked so, so hard for this””

Clare Wheeler: Everton and the Matildas can “definitely climb and push the top teams”

by Ben Gilby (14/1/25) Above: Clare Wheeler in possession during Everton’s Merseyside derby win over Liverpool in November. Photo: Emma Simpson / Everton FC. Ahead of the WSL’s return from the Christmas break, Impetus’ Ben Gilby put questions to Everton and Australia midfielder Clare Wheeler in an EXCLUSIVE interview. The New Year is a timeContinue reading “Clare Wheeler: Everton and the Matildas can “definitely climb and push the top teams””

Dream return for Doeglas in fascinating Perth & Sydney tussle

Perth Glory 1-1 Sydney FC Report by Ben Gilby, exclusive photography from Rob Lizzi for Impetus at the Sam Kerr Football Centre (10/1/25) Above: Caitlin Doeglas (purple shirt) looks to get a shot in against Sydney FC tonight on her return to the A-League Women after three seasons away. Photo: Rob Lizzi for Impetus. HonoursContinue reading “Dream return for Doeglas in fascinating Perth & Sydney tussle”

Ella Lincoln: “It’s always been a dream of mine…I’m proud of myself”

by Ben Gilby (7/1/25) Above: Ella Lincoln talking at today’s media conference. Image: Perth Glory. It’s been a heck of a year for Ella Lincoln. From being the NPL WA’s top scorer and winning the State Cup with Perth SC to now making her professional debut in the A-League Women. She’s done it all. Lincoln’sContinue reading “Ella Lincoln: “It’s always been a dream of mine…I’m proud of myself””

Nix take Distance Derby spoils to hone in on Top Six

Wellington Phoenix 2-0 Perth Glory by Ben Gilby (4/1/25). Above: Grace Jale (second left) celebrates her goal that gave Wellington Phoenix the lead today. Photo: Wellington Phoenix. Wellington Phoenix continued their push for a maiden place in the Finals with a tactically astute win over Perth Glory at Porirua Park today. Goals from Grace JaleContinue reading “Nix take Distance Derby spoils to hone in on Top Six”

Peters & Wynne: We’re evolving but need to manage the small margins better

by Ben Gilby (1/1/25) Above: Perth Glory head coach Stephen Peters speaking to the media ahead of the team’s marathon journey to Wellington. Image: Perth Glory. Perth Glory head coach Stephen Peters is convinced his team is heading in the right direction – but just need to improve game management in the small percentages ofContinue reading “Peters & Wynne: We’re evolving but need to manage the small margins better”

Pennock takes advantage to end Mariners’ losing run

Perth Glory 0-1 Central Coast Mariners Report by Ben Gilby, EXCLUSIVE photography from Rob Lizzi at HBF Park (27/12/24) Above: Central Coast Mariners celebrate Jade Pennock’s late winner. Photo: Rob Lizzi for Impetus. Jade Pennock’s goal with five minutes remaining sealed an excellent win for Central Coast Mariners at HBF Park today in a gameContinue reading “Pennock takes advantage to end Mariners’ losing run”

Peters: “There’s a bit to look at” despite Perth’s improving performances

by Ben Gilby (24/12/24) Above: Perth Glory head coach Stephen Peters highlighted the importance of the team improving its scoring rate from open play. Image: Perth Glory. Perth Glory has been a team steadily growing each week this season, but whilst defensively things are consistently strong, head coach Stephen Peters recognises that things still needContinue reading “Peters: “There’s a bit to look at” despite Perth’s improving performances”