Impetus’ Genevieve Henry and Liberty Simons team up to highlight who they believe are the young players who will light up this year’s World Cup (7/7/23) Above: Germany’s Lena Oberdorf, one of the top young stars identified by Impetus to keep an eye on at the World Cup. Photo: 90 Minutes. Lena Oberdorf It’s noContinue reading “23 Players under the age of 23 to look out for at the World Cup”
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World Cup Preview: Vietnam
by Genevieve Henry (5/7/23) Above: Vietnam celebrate after qualifying for their first World Cup after winning the play-offs at the Asian Cup last year. Photo: Tuoi Tre News. The Vietnamese Women’s National Team, also known as Những Nữ Chiến Binh Sao Vàng (Golden Star Women Warriors) are a vibrant team full of young talent andContinue reading “World Cup Preview: Vietnam”
World Cup Preview: China
by Genevieve Henry (30/6/23) Above: China lift the Asian Women’s Cup last year – their ninth triumph in the event which sealed their qualification for the World Cup. Photo: The Bridge. A team with a long history and a solid record against top opposition, the Asian champions will be looking to come out firing atContinue reading “World Cup Preview: China”
World Cup Preview: Zambia
by Genevieve Henry (27/6/23) Above: Zambia, who will be one of the most enjoyable teams to watch at this World Cup. Photo: Lusaka Times. Zambia, also known as the Copper Queens, are a team that is ready to take the world by storm. Although they were one of the first women’s teams to be establishedContinue reading “World Cup Preview: Zambia”
World Cup Preview: Nigeria
by Genevieve Henry (23/6/23) Above: Nigeria’s Super Falcons – ready to cause upsets at the World Cup. Photo: Premium Times Nigeria. Nigeria, known as the Super Falcons, are the best African team in history. Having won more African Cup of Nations titles than any other team, they have petered out somewhat in recent years, andContinue reading “World Cup Preview: Nigeria”
World Cup Preview: Norway
by Genevieve Henry (18/6/23) Above: Norway and Ada Hegerberg will be hoping for plenty to celebrate in the World Cup. Photo: The Guardian. The Norwegian women’s national team are one of the best in the history of women’s football. The Scandinavian powerhouse have dropped off in form in the last few years, but they willContinue reading “World Cup Preview: Norway”
Midwest United earn the spoils in feisty clash at Detroit City
Detroit City 0-2 Midwest United Report and EXCLUSIVE photo gallery from Genevieve Henry at Keyworth Stadium (11/6/23). Above: Detroit City fire in a shot in their home game with Midwest United. Photo: Genevieve Henry. Midwest United came away from Keyworth Stadium with all the points on Friday night in the USL W League. The USLContinue reading “Midwest United earn the spoils in feisty clash at Detroit City”
Kyra Cooney-Cross: A player with the vision and talent to star at the World Cup
by Genevieve Henry (7/6/23) Above: Kyra Cooney-Cross (23) dances her way through the South Africa midfield in October last year. Photo: Justine Burch for Impetus. When facing Australia, defences know who to watch out for – Sam Kerr. Teams will do everything within their power to mark the Matildas superstar out of the game. ThisContinue reading “Kyra Cooney-Cross: A player with the vision and talent to star at the World Cup”
Hayley Raso and her future
by Genevieve Henry (29/5/23) Above: Hayley Raso, who announced her departure from Manchester City at the weekend. Photo: Adam Johnstone for Impetus. Hayley Raso and her ribbons are departing Manchester City after two seasons. Her time at City was rather disappointing, her game time was inconsistent and dependant on the fitness of her teammates. CityContinue reading “Hayley Raso and her future”
The Matildas and penalties
As Impetus builds towards its coverage of the 2023 World Cup, Genevieve Henry looks at the joint host nation’s troubled relationship with penalty kicks and considers Tony Gustavsson’s options this July and August (26/5/23). Above: The Matildas’ distraught reaction after their penalty shoot-out exit at the last World Cup to Norway. Photo: Football Australia. WeContinue reading “The Matildas and penalties”
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