Brazil

Brasil survive England onslaugt to claim friendly win

England 1-2 Brasil By Catherine MacKenzie (25/10/25) Above: the England starting eleven. Photo: @Lionesses on X. It was a battle of Champions in Manchester as the Euros-winning Lionesses hosted the Copa América victors Brazil in a friendly. Brasil ended with the win, after scoring two early goals against a makeshift England defence. Context Fresh offContinue reading “Brasil survive England onslaugt to claim friendly win”

Olympic Preview: Brazil

Above: Brazil come together for another tilt at Olympics Gold. Photo: The New York Times. by Stuart Barker (24/7/24) No international tournament is complete without the famous yellow, blue, and white of Brazil. The immensely talent group have often underachieved on the big stage but could this be the moment that they step up andContinue reading “Olympic Preview: Brazil”

The good, the bad, and the ugly

Whilst the vast majority of the experience in stadiums and around the cities hosting the World Cup has been overwhelmingly enjoyable, Ben Carey highlights two examples of behaviour from overseas fans that has spoilt the enjoyment of other supporters during the group stage (4/8/23). Above: Colombia celebrate with their fans during the World Cup. Photo:Continue reading “The good, the bad, and the ugly”

Who are the strongest nations so far?

With every nation at the World Cup having played at least one match now, Ben Carey considers who he believes are the most impressive teams to date (27/7/23) Above: Ary Borges celebrates her hat-trick in Brazil’s opening win over Panama. Photo: Sydney Morning Herald. The 2023 Women’s World Cup has kicked off in fashion withContinue reading “Who are the strongest nations so far?”

Illustrious Legends: Five of the best

by Emmanuel Faith (15/7/23) Above: Canadian legend Christine Sinclair who will be going all out to add to her world record tally of goals at the World Cup at the age of 40. Photo: City News, Toronto. Recently, Impetus published our list of 23 players under the age of 23 that you should watch outContinue reading “Illustrious Legends: Five of the best”

World Cup Preview: Brazil

by Aimee Reynolds (7/7/23) Above: Brazil celebrate their qualification. Photo: Luisa Gonzalez. The Brazil national women’s team is one of the strongest teams in the world, ranked ninth overall. Pia Sundhage’s side has some of the most skillful players in the world which could lead to big things for this July and August. Squad Goalkeepers:Continue reading “World Cup Preview: Brazil”

Kelly “captures the moment” as Lionesses roar after shoot-out win

England 1-1 Brazil England win 4-2 on penalties by Nathan Edwards at Wembley Stadium for Impetus (7/4/23) Above: England lift the Finalissima trophy after their penalty shoot-out win over Brazil at Wembley last night. Photo: Lionesses. Chloe Kelly scored the crucial penalty to win the inaugural Women’s Finalissima after Andressa Alves punished Mary Earps’ mistakeContinue reading “Kelly “captures the moment” as Lionesses roar after shoot-out win”

France Retain Title On Home Soil

Photo: The French squad pictured with the trophy after their final match against the Netherlands. Photo: @equipedefrancef Jean-Pierre Thiesset summarizes the 2022 France Tournament (23/2/22). France played and won their three games in France Tournament and kept their title for the second consecutive year. February 16, 2022: France won 5-0 against Finland. It was anContinue reading “France Retain Title On Home Soil”

Matildas Wrap: Confidence & Swagger Returns

Impetus’ Kieran Yap analyses Australia’s two games against Brazil over the past five days and asserts that whilst it wasn’t perfect, there are some positive signs from Tony Gustavsson’s team. Photo: Football Australia. Marta is one of the best players the world has seen. Brazil is consistently one of the world’s most dangerous teams. Yes,Continue reading “Matildas Wrap: Confidence & Swagger Returns”

Gustavsson: Positives In Flexibility; Disappointment In Concession

Impetus’ Ben Gilby and Kris Goman were in the Matildas post-match press conference and spoke to both Tony Gustavsson and Lydia Williams. Plus, Ben Gilby‘s round up beneath of the main events of a dramatic night. Above: Sam Kerr pictured after putting the Matildas 2-0 up. Photo: Getty Images Tony Gustavsson was in reflective moodContinue reading “Gustavsson: Positives In Flexibility; Disappointment In Concession”