Fandom

The use of signs in football fan culture: Right or wrong?

by Ava-Marianne Elliott and Hannah Chadwick (20/12/23). Above: Fans holding signs showing support for the Canadian squad during their fight for equal pay. Photo: Her Football Hub. As 2023 draws to a close, there’s a lot to review looking back at the monumental achievements and events for women’s football across the globe. From the record-breakingContinue reading “The use of signs in football fan culture: Right or wrong?”

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”

Blue is the colour and winning is their aim

Darrell Allen provides a fans-eye perspective on Chelsea’s WSL winning victory at Reading on Saturday (29/5/23). Above: Millie Bright (left) and Sam Kerr celebrate with the WSL trophy at the SCL Stadium on Saturday. Photo: Andy Wicks for Impetus. As comfortable as it gets Days shouldn’t come more high-pressured than a title-deciding final day awayContinue reading “Blue is the colour and winning is their aim”

I don’t need to be inspired

by Rachel Cohen (27/4/23) Above: The crowd at Tottenham Hotspur home game at Brisbane Road this season. Photo: Spurs Women. The focus of women’s football on inspiring young girls limits the growth of the game. When Usain Bolt ran the 100 meters in 9.58 seconds. I was mesmerised. It was spectacular. It did not mean myContinue reading “I don’t need to be inspired”

From songs to sponsorships: the work & dedication of women’s Active Supporters.

SPECIAL REPORT: #ImpetusFootball’s @KaptinYap spoke to @thewesterncore , @roarcorps @activejets , the @cornerofyellow and the @victory_vikings about the works and dedication of the active support groups in the #ALeaguewomen

Perth Glory: At the forefront of heart & mind 9,000 miles away

by Ben Gilby Above: My Western Australia state flag, Perth Glory hat, scarf, and shirt, but no matches to wear them to…Photo: Ben Gilby. Being a football fan is all about the anticipation of the next matchday, discussing the previous game with friends leading up to the next match, and then providing full-throated support ofContinue reading “Perth Glory: At the forefront of heart & mind 9,000 miles away”

Women’s Football Deserves Commitment To Time Frames And Tangible Aims

by Kieran Yap (28/2/22) We are all on the same team, but women’s football fans need to know what the game plan is. The priority this season as it was last, is to keep the league running against unprecedented challenges. For this the APL and Football Australia deserve commendation. However, with good reason, the fansContinue reading “Women’s Football Deserves Commitment To Time Frames And Tangible Aims”

USWNT and the X-Factor

The United States’ showing at this Olympic Games has been one of the hot discussion points, but Kris Goman has picked up on something else. A fractured fanbase leading to online hate directed at the team due to misconceptions over the way the players faced during the National Anthem and over the Black Lives MatterContinue reading “USWNT and the X-Factor”