By Gethin Thurlow (26/07/25). Above: Leah Williamson clears the ball as England hold on to a 1-0 victory over Spain the Nations League Photo: Tom Jenkins for the Guardian Here we are. 1 year and 11 months later and we have a 2023 World Cup final rematch on our hands. It’s the all-conquering Spanish, ledContinue reading “Euros Final Preview: How tactical battle could favour England”
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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 “
Post-Euros Debrief: What To Look Forward To At The World Cup
by Jonathan Tay (4/8/22) Above: Scenes at Wembley Stadium after England’s European Championship Final on Sunday. Photo: Lionesses. With the culmination of an enthralling UEFA Women’s Euros, it is difficult not to look ahead with anticipation to the next big tournament – the Women’s World Cup in 2023. The Matildas kick off on home soilContinue reading “Post-Euros Debrief: What To Look Forward To At The World Cup”
Euros Team Of The Tournament
Like just everyone else who adores women’s football, Impetus’ Emmanuel Faith has been enthralled by Euro 2022. Here, he reflects on the best players in each position before selecting his team of the tournament (4/8/22). Above: England star Beth Mead with the player of the tournament, European Championship, and golden boot trophies on Sunday. Photo:Continue reading “Euros Team Of The Tournament”
Lionesses Roar As Football Comes Home
Impetus’ Darrell Allen and Johnathan Stack reflect on an incredible evening at Wembley Stadium, with Darrell bringing the Lionesses’ perspective and Johnathan the German view as he hears from key members of the Germany squad and coaching staff (1/8/22). Above: England lift the European Championship trophy amidst sensational scenes at Wembley last night. Photo: Lionesses.Continue reading “Lionesses Roar As Football Comes Home”
Georgia Stanway: There Was A Moment I Was Told I Wasn’t In
Impetus’ Ben Gilby was in the Lionesses pre-Euro 2022 media event yesterday and heard from England midfielder Georgia Stanway (30/7/22). Above: Georgia Stanway speaking to the media yesterday afternoon as she revealed there was a time several months ago when she was told that she wouldn’t be in the team. Photo: Ben Gilby for Impetus.Continue reading “Georgia Stanway: There Was A Moment I Was Told I Wasn’t In”
Jill Scott: It’s A Gamechanger If We Win
Impetus’ Ben Gilby was in the Lionesses pre-Euro 2022 Final media conference and heard from England legend Jill Scott, who played in the nation’s previous Euro Final in 2009 (29/7/22). Above: Jill Scott speaking to the media today at the Lionesses’ South-West London base. Photo: Ben Gilby for Impetus. “I’m actually gutted that on SundayContinue reading “Jill Scott: It’s A Gamechanger If We Win”
Record Equalling Popp Sends Germany To Wembley
Impetus’ Johnathan Stack, who has followed Germany for us from the very start of the tournament, reflects on their victory over France in last night’s semi-final (28/7/22). Above: Alexandra Popp shows her joy at providing Germany’s ticket to Sunday’s final. Photo: Euro 2022. Germany will face England in the final of Euro 2022 after beatingContinue reading “Record Equalling Popp Sends Germany To Wembley”
German Efficiency Stifles French Creativity
Impetus’ French editor Jean-Pierre Thiesset reflects on his nation’s semi-final against Germany last night (28/7/22). Above: The French team in a huddle last night – their first semi-final ended in disappointment. Photo: Euro 2022. Despite fighting to the end, it was Germany who were stronger and deservedly took their place in Sunday’s Euro 2022 FinalContinue reading “German Efficiency Stifles French Creativity”
The Perfect Night
by Darrell Allen (27/7/22) Above: The Lionesses celebrate after their incredible win against Sweden last night. Photo: Lionesses. After all the challenges and anxiety that were involved with the Lionesses’ Quarter Final against Spain, this Semi Final night in Sheffield against Sweden was a walk in the park in comparison. A crowd just shy ofContinue reading “The Perfect Night”
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