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”
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Iceland Exit Despite Late Drama
Iceland 1-1 France by Jean-Pierre Thiesset (19/7/22) Above: Iceland’s Karólína Lea Vilhjálmsdóttir in possession at Rotherham last night watched by France’s Charlotte Bibault (14). Photo: Euro 2022. Whilst France were already qualified for the Quarter-Finals, there was still plenty to play for in this the highest of groups at Euro 2022. Iceland, like their opponents, wereContinue reading “Iceland Exit Despite Late Drama”
No Fireworks, Just Progress On La Fête Nationale Française
by Jean-Pierre Thiesset, Impetus French Editor (15/7/22). Above: Belgium goalkeeper Nicky Evrard saves at the feet of France’s Ouleymata Sarr (18) last night as Julie Biesmans attempts to intervene. Photo: Euro 2022. France did what they needed to in edging past Belgium to qualify for the Quarter-Finals in Rotherham last night. It was not aContinue reading “No Fireworks, Just Progress On La Fête Nationale Française”
Group D Reflections
Impetus Jean-Pierre Thiesset looks back on yesterday’s opening round of matches in Group D at Euro 2022 and saw his own nation produce a statement-making start (11/7/22). Above: France’s first-half hat-trick hero Grace Geyoro. Photo: Euro 2022. Belgium 1-1 Iceland Iceland had just about the better of this match played at the Academy Stadium inContinue reading “Group D Reflections”
Euros Preview: France
by Jean-Pierre Thiesset Above: The French national team pictured after qualifying for the European Championships. Photo: Equipe de France Feminine. The France women’s national football team is known or nicknamed as Les Bleues (The Blue ones) and are currently placed third in the FIFA Women’s World Rankings. The Squad: Goalkeepers: Mylène Chavas (Bordeaux, France), PaulineContinue reading “Euros Preview: France”
The View From France
Jean-Pierre Thiesset summarizes the 22nd and final round of D1 Arkema where he was at the Groupama Training Centre for us to watch Olympique Lyonnais lift the title (3/6/22). Above: Olympique Lyonnais celebrate their fifteenth D1 title success. Photo: Jean-Pierre Thiesset for Impetus. Olympique Lyonnais lifted the D1 championship trophy for the fifteenth time afterContinue reading “The View From France”
The View From France
Jean-Pierre Thiesset summarizes the 21st round of D1 Arkema (31/5/22). Above: Olympique Lyonnais celebrate their D1 title after beating rivals Paris St. Germain. Photo: OL Feminin. Olympique Lyonnais sealed their 15th D1 Arkema title after defeating closest rivals Paris St. Germain 1-0 in the capital. Whilst PSG had more possession (59%), Lyon were very strongContinue reading “The View From France”
The View From France
Jean-Pierre Thiesset summarizes the France Cup 2022 Final. Above: Paris St. Germain lift the France Cup after their 8-0 win over Football Féminin Yzeure Allier Auvergne. Photo: PSG Feminines. Paris Saint-Germain (D1) won 8-0 against Football Féminin Yzeure Allier Auvergne (D2). This final took place in Dijon in front of a crowd of 7 000 spectators,Continue reading “The View From France”
The View From France
Jean-Pierre Thiesset summarizes the 20th round of D1 Arkema. Above: With 45 minutes played, Ada Hegerberg scores for Olympique Lyonnais after being played in by Amandine Henry. Photo: Jean-Pierre Thiesset for Impetus. Montpellier won 3-0 at home against Soyaux. This game was edged by Montpellier (55% possession). However, after their goal at the 12th minute,Continue reading “The View From France”
The View From France
Jean-Pierre Thiesset summarizes the 19th round of D1 Arkema (19/4/22). Above: Katriina Talaslahti makes a save for Fleury against Olympique Lyonnais. Photo: Jean-Pierre Thiesset for Impetus. Reims won 2-1 away from home against Soyaux. In a very even game, Reims was a little bit more efficient. With this win, Reims are now sure to finishContinue reading “The View From France”
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