Above: Emily Gielnik making her presence known in her first game back in over two years. Image: Kris Goman for Impetus. By Genevieve Henry (4/12/24). Ahead of their match against Taiwan at AAMI Park in Melbourne, Matildas head coach Tom Sermanni and forward Emily Gielnik spoke to the media on all things preparation, personnel, andContinue reading “Emily Gielnik: “I worked hard to get here and I’ll definitely work even harder to stay.””
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Tom Sermanni and The Matildas are ready to “fight fire with fire” against Brazil
Above: Tom Sermanni speaking to the press ahead of Australia v Brazil. Image: Football Australia. By Genevieve Henry (30/11/24). Ahead of the rematch with Brazil, Matildas interim head coach Tom Sermanni spoke to the press about how Australia can improve, players that impressed him, and the “unbelievable” support surrounding the team. Thursday’s game against oneContinue reading “Tom Sermanni and The Matildas are ready to “fight fire with fire” against Brazil”
Polkinghorne: “Really special to be able to play one last game here at home.”
Above: Clare Polkinghorne in action against Iran. Image: Kris Goman for Impetus. By Genevieve Henry (28/11/24) A legend of the Matildas, Clare Polkinghorne is preparing for a “really special” final game in green and gold. The most-capped Australian will say her goodbyes to the professional game (at least as a player) in her home inContinue reading “Polkinghorne: “Really special to be able to play one last game here at home.””
ParaMatildas win Australia’s first football World Cup “Redemption: We finally got it.”
Above: The ParaMatildas celebrate their historic world cup win. Photo: Mark Avellino/Football Australia. By Genevieve Henry (19/11/24). The ParaMatildas claimed a historic win today in the IFCPF Women’s World Cup final, making them the first Australian national team to win a football world cup. The side, ranked the world number one, completed an impressive comebackContinue reading “ParaMatildas win Australia’s first football World Cup “Redemption: We finally got it.””
Clare Hunt Exclusive Interview
Above: Clare Hunt on signing day with Tottenham. Image: Tottenham Hotspur. by Genevieve Henry (15/11/24). Ahead of tomorrow’s huge North London derby in the Women’s Super League with Tottenham Hotspur Australian defender Clare Hunt answered Genevieve Henry’s questions about her transition to England, rapid ascent with the Matildas, and ultimate goals with Spurs. Hunt hasContinue reading “Clare Hunt Exclusive Interview”
A-League Women Season Preview 2024/25
Seven Impetus writers who will be covering the league for us this season come together to provide a team-by-team preview (30/10/24). Above: Sydney FC celebrate during last season’s Grand Final – can they repeat that success again in 2024/25. Photo: A-League Women. Adelaide United by Jonathon Hagger Adelaide United starts the season with a freshContinue reading “A-League Women Season Preview 2024/25”
Clare Hunt on the Matildas’ “good start to the friendly series.”
Above: Clare Hunt in action in a previous game for the Matildas. Image: Rob Lizzi for Impetus. By Genevieve Henry (27/10/24). After the Matildas played out a tight draw with Switzerland, Clare Hunt spoke to the press about the result as well as the upcoming game against Germany. “I think the result was pretty fairContinue reading “Clare Hunt on the Matildas’ “good start to the friendly series.””
Sydney FC signs “One of Australia’s finest footballers” in Kyah Simon
Above: Kyah Simon poses in front of the Harbour Bridge in her new colours. Image: Sydney FC. By Genevieve Henry (27/9/24). Sydney FC has bolstered their attack with the huge signing of Matildas player Kyah Simon. Simon will bring over 100 international caps as well as 120 A-League women games, over half of which wereContinue reading “Sydney FC signs “One of Australia’s finest footballers” in Kyah Simon”
Tanika Lala: Next-gen star from Kalgoorlie reaching for the stars
By Genevieve Henry (28/8/24) Above: Tanika Lala (burgundy shirt) bursts through for Fremantle City at Perth SC this season. Photo supplied to Impetus by: Rob Lizzi. One of the best young attacking prospects not just in Western Australia, but in all of the country, Tanika Lala has been lighting up the NPLW WA season withContinue reading “Tanika Lala: Next-gen star from Kalgoorlie reaching for the stars”
The Matildas manager short list
By Genevieve Henry and Kieran Yap (2/8/24). Above: Melissa Andreatta. Photo: Aleksander Kostadinoski Football Australia must now move to find a new head coach of The Matildas. With the exception of 2020 (and COVID lockdowns) the next 12 months ahead are the first in recent times without a major tournament and that grants time toContinue reading “The Matildas manager short list”
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