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””
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Clare Wheeler: “We want a medal, there’s nothing we want more”
by Ben Gilby (17/7/24) Above: Clare Wheeler talking to the media ahead with a week to go before the Olympics tournament starts. Image: Football Australia. Clare Wheeler is a prime example of exactly the sort of player who will be key for The Matildas in the Olympics. In consistently strong form for club and countryContinue reading “Clare Wheeler: “We want a medal, there’s nothing we want more””
Aussies in the WSL: The fans’ perspective
Above: Arsenal’s Australian trio of Caitlin Foord (left), Steph Catley (centre), and Kyra Cooney-Cross (right) celebrate the club’s Conti Cup Final win this season. Photo: Arsenal Women. 15/6/24 Impetus sought the views of WSL club fan groups and supporters of the clubs among our team of writers about the performance of their Australian stars. FindContinue reading “Aussies in the WSL: The fans’ perspective”
Wheeler & Hunt reflect on the last week with the Matildas
by Ben Gilby (4/6/24) Above: Clare Wheeler (left) speaking to the media alongside Clare Hunt. Image: Football Australia. It’s been a rollercoaster ride of a week for the Matildas. Two final chances to impress Tony Gustavsson before he named his squad for the Olympics, and Australian icon Lydia Williams’ final game on home soil. ThereContinue reading “Wheeler & Hunt reflect on the last week with the Matildas”
Australia v China: Exclusive Photo Gallery
From Kris Goman at Accor Stadium for Impetus (3/6/24) Above: Clare Wheeler celebrates after putting Australia ahead against China today. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. Australia 2-0 China The Matildas’ farewell match to goalkeeping legend Lydia Williams ended in victory as second-half goals from Clare Wheeler and Hayley Raso sealed a 2-0 win over ChinaContinue reading “Australia v China: Exclusive Photo Gallery”
Wheeler, Vine, & Freier reflect on the challenge of Mexico
by Ben Gilby (11/4/24) Above: Clare Wheeler speaking earlier today. Image: Football Australia. The Matildas trio of Clare Wheeler, Cortnee Vine, and Sharn Freier reflected earlier today about the development of the team’s playing style and the positives seen in the 2-0 victory over Mexico. Everton midfielder Wheeler feels that the consequences of that newContinue reading “Wheeler, Vine, & Freier reflect on the challenge of Mexico”
What could Clare-squared equal for Everton?
By Genevieve Henry (6/8/23) Above: Clare Hunt in action for Australia against France. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. If the Clare’s combine, it could benefit both Everton and Australia. Rumours circulating of a possible move to the English Women’s Super League for new Matilda Clare Hunt come with the promise of a bright future forContinue reading “What could Clare-squared equal for Everton?”
How Australia’s WSL players faired against Ireland
by Jonathan Tay (22/7/23) Above: The Matildas come together. Photo: Football Australia/CommBank Matildas. There are now an astounding 11 Australians who will be plying their trade in the Women’s Super League, the top competition in England. That number reflects not only the golden generation of this Matildas’ period but also the growing status of theContinue reading “How Australia’s WSL players faired against Ireland”
Reading v Everton Photo Gallery
Andy Wicks was at the Select Car Leasing Stadium to capture all the action from yesterday’s WSL match between Reading and Leicester City for Impetus (24/4/23). Above: Aerial action in yesterday’s game between Reading and Everton (yellow). Photo: Andy Wicks for Impetus. Reading 2-3 Everton Reading’s hopes of putting distance between themselves and bottom clubContinue reading “Reading v Everton Photo Gallery”
Clare Wheeler: Prospect of home World Cup yet to sink in
Impetus’ Jonathan Tay joined the Matildas media conference with Everton star Clare Wheeler (14/2/23). Above: Clare Wheeler in action previously for Australia. Photo: Football Australia. Even with the World Cup less than six months away, for Clare Wheeler, the prospect of having the biggest tournament in football come down under hasn’t quite hit home. “No,Continue reading “Clare Wheeler: Prospect of home World Cup yet to sink in”
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