WSL Media Conferences

Arsenal By Holly Wright Before the big news was revealed that long-time Arsenal defender Jen Beattie would be departing the side, here is what head coach Jonas Eidevall had to say ahead of this weekend’s fixture against West Ham United. It was announced earlier this weekend that 37-year-old Lyon legend, Sarah Bouhaddi, would join theContinue reading “WSL Media Conferences”

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”

A look at the prospects for Araya Dennis

by Beth McCowen and Liberty Simons (29/12/23). Above: Araya Dennis (centre) in a thoughtful mood for Crystal Palace at Reading prior to Christmas. Photo: Liberty Simons for Impetus. Araya Dennis is a 17-year-old footballer with a lot of potential. An exciting Arsenal academy product, the youngster has displayed a range of talents for the teamsContinue reading “A look at the prospects for Araya Dennis”

WSL Media Conferences

Impetus had writers in five WSL media conferences this week ahead of another vital weekend of action. Their club-by-club reports of who said what is below (15/12/23). Arsenal by Beth McCowen Arsenal are full of fight and ready for the North London derby tomorrow for the second time in three days having met with rival clubContinue reading “WSL Media Conferences”

Toone heroics keeps Lionesses’ hopes alive in classic game of two halves

England 3-2 Netherlands Impetus’ Beth McCowen was in the Wembley Stadium press box with Grace Jones’ pitch side supplying exclusive photography from last night’s UEFA Women’s Nations League match (2/12/23). Above: Rachel Daly challenges the Netherlands goalkeeper Daphne van Domselaar last night. Photo: Grace Jones for Impetus. Ella Toone’s strike in stoppage time at theContinue reading “Toone heroics keeps Lionesses’ hopes alive in classic game of two halves”

Last gasp Ilestedt sneaks win at super Saints

Southampton 1-2 Arsenal by Beth McCowen at St. Mary’s Stadium for Impetus (24/11/23). Above: Molly Pike celebrates her goal that put Championship side Southampton ahead over Arsenal last night. Photo: Isabelle Field/Southampton. Arsenal needed a goal from Amanda Ilestedt two minutes into stoppage time to seal their comeback from a 1-0 deficit to edge outContinue reading “Last gasp Ilestedt sneaks win at super Saints”

Last gasp Daly devastates West Ham

West Ham United 2-3 Aston Villa by Beth McCowen at the Chigwell Construction Stadium for Impetus (20/11/23). Above: Anna Patten (arm raised) celebrates Aston Villa’s opening goal with Rachel Corsie (6). Photo: Aston Villa Women. Rachel Daly’s strike in stoppage time at the end of the game secured Aston Villa’s second successive win against aContinue reading “Last gasp Daly devastates West Ham”

WSL Media Conferences: Kirk & Vilahamn on this weekend’s challenges

(10/11/23) Leicester City by Beth McCowen Leicester City are confident heading into their WSL fixture against Arsenal this weekend. Ahead of Sunday’s match, head coach Willie Kirk confirmed that Shannon O’Brien will be out for “a couple of months” after a scan has revealed a calf injury. Kirk praised O’Brien’s “mental resilience” and emphasised thatContinue reading “WSL Media Conferences: Kirk & Vilahamn on this weekend’s challenges”

Parnell reflects on a huge month ahead for Southampton

by Beth McCowen (4/11/23) Above: Southampton captain Rosie Parnell. Photo: Isabelle Field, Southampton FC. Southampton’s forthcoming Conti Cup tie with Arsenal is a major event for the Championship club in any case. Yet when you factor in Saints head coach Marianne Spacey’s legendary status at the North London club, then it becomes even more fascinating.Continue reading “Parnell reflects on a huge month ahead for Southampton”

Deep Dive: Analysing the Philippines’ performance against Australia

by Beth McCowen (30/10/23) Above: The Philippines team pictured prior to training at Optus Stadium on Saturday. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. They may have suffered a drastic 8-0 loss to Australia yesterday, but the Philippines are a rapidly rising force in Asian Football. After making their mark at the 2022 AFC Asian Cup andContinue reading “Deep Dive: Analysing the Philippines’ performance against Australia”