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England stun the World Champions at Wembley

By Catherine MacKenzie (27/2/25) An energetic defensive performance and first half goal from Jess Park saw England beat Spain in the UEFA Women’s Nations League. England and Spain have a recent history that is difficult to ignore. In the 2022 Euros, the teams faced each other in the quarterfinals, where England came from behind toContinue reading “England stun the World Champions at Wembley”

Wiegman: “We have the chance to write a new chapter in our story.”

By Freya Hiscott (11/02/25)  Above: Sarina Wiegman at the England squad announcement press conference ahead of upcoming Nations League fixtures. Photo: Lionesses on X   England head coach Sarina Wiegman has announced her 24-player squad for the upcoming UEFA Women’s Nations League fixtures in February against Spain and Portugal.   The exciting two fixtures begin with aContinue reading “Wiegman: “We have the chance to write a new chapter in our story.””

England youngsters showcase skills in 1-0 win over Switzerland

Above: England’s changed starting XI to face Switzerland. Photo: Natalie Ovenden for Impetus. By Ava-Marianne Elliott at Bramall Lane for Impetus. England 1-0 Switzerland  England achieved a 1-0 victory over Switzerland to conclude 2024 with a win in an engaging friendly, holding onto an early lead from Manchester United’s midfield maestro, Grace Clinton.  After a goallessContinue reading “England youngsters showcase skills in 1-0 win over Switzerland”

USWNT’s physicality is no match for a solid Lioness side

England 0-0 United States Above: Jess Naz shielding the ball from Casey Krueger Photo: Lionesses on X. By Christopher Heath at Wembley Stadium for Impetus (30/11/24) From the sound of the whistle to signal the kick-off of the highly-anticipated clash between the top two FIFA-ranked nations in the world, the sheer force of physicality byContinue reading “USWNT’s physicality is no match for a solid Lioness side”

England clinch the win after a close fight against South Africa 

by Rachel Gore at the Coventry Building Society Arena (29/10/24) Above: The Lionesses group together for a team photo ahead of the International friendly. Photo: Lionesses on X How did England secure victory?  England came onto the pitch with a strong attacking drive. In the first half, the Lionesses played excellently down the left side. MayaContinue reading “England clinch the win after a close fight against South Africa “

Germany Triumph in Seven-Goal Thriller Over England

England 3-4 Germany by Ruby Vince (25/10/24) Above: The Lionesses thank the fans after their defeat. Photo: Lionesses on X Germany’s Giulia Gwinn struck twice in a breathless first half as Germany held off a late England resurgence at Wembley. The visitors narrowly claimed victory in a dramatic 4-3 encounter against England at Wembley. AContinue reading “Germany Triumph in Seven-Goal Thriller Over England”

England get the job done 

Sweden 0-0 England Gamla Ullevi Stadium, Gothenburg  Report and photos by Rachel Cohen 16/-7/2-24 On a grey evening in Gothenburg in a stadium decked out in yellow, England and Sweden played out their final European Championship Qualifying Group game. The rain mostly held off, and frustratingly for the travelling the goals did not come but EnglandContinue reading “England get the job done “

Lionesses Prepare for tonight’s final Euros Group Qualifier 

By Rachel Cohen in Göteborg for Impetus 16/7/2024  Above: Wiegman issues final instructions as they prepare to take on Sweden. Photo: Rachel Cohen Euros qualifying Group Three was always going to be tough, containing three of the four semi-finalists from the 2022 iteration of the tournament (England, Sweden and France), plus Ireland. That Ireland made theContinue reading “Lionesses Prepare for tonight’s final Euros Group Qualifier “

Lionesses camp latest

by Freya Ward at St. George’s Park for Impetus with exclusive photography from Aimee Reynolds (10/7/24). England are preparing to face Ireland and Sweden in the final two games of their UEFA EURO qualifying group stage. Alessia Russo described the upcoming fixtures as “two massive games.” The squad must bring their A-game to secure automatic qualification,Continue reading “Lionesses camp latest”