In the latest of his series of guest articles for Impetus during the World Cup, freelance journalist David Astill looks at the influence that Ana María Guzmán had on the South American nation’s superb tournament (15/8/23). Above: Young Colombian star Ana María Guzmán. Photo: SuperSport. Their time at the World Cup might now be over,Continue reading “Ana María Guzmán: The emerging Colombia defender with a big future”
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The rise of the women’s game in Morocco
David Astill celebrates Morocco’s sensational World Cup run in Australia and puts forward the belief that their inspirational squad could be just the start of big things for the women’s game in the North African country (10/8/23). Above: Morocco celebrate their win over Colombia that put them into the last 16 of the World Cup.Continue reading “The rise of the women’s game in Morocco”
Casey Phair: The emerging South Korea star likened to Zlatan Ibrahimović
by David Astill (4/8/23) Above: South Korea’s young gun Casey Phair. Photo: Forbes. The 2023 World Cup will undoubtedly live long in the memories of those fortunate enough to have witnessed it, with drama everywhere you look, ranging from the premature exits of some of the highest-ranked teams to fond farewells as some of theContinue reading “Casey Phair: The emerging South Korea star likened to Zlatan Ibrahimović”
Fūka Nagano: The understated jewel in the Japanese crown
by David P. Astill (29/7/23) Above: Japan’s Fūka Nagano. Photo: Planet Radio. Some teams at the World Cup have been stuttering through wins; others have had their exits already confirmed. However, a select few have been flying and putting on a display worthy of champions, and one who have really established their title credentials andContinue reading “Fūka Nagano: The understated jewel in the Japanese crown”
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