Gustavsson: “The one thing this team knows is that we can beat any team” 

Above: Tony Gustavsson speaking to the press. Image: Football Australia. By Genevieve Henry (12/7/24). Matildas head coach Tony Gustavsson spoke to the media today, sharing his thoughts of Australia’s hard work and mentality ahead of their Olympic warm-up match against Canada.  “It’s been intense. Very intense.” In preparation for the heat, the team has beenContinue reading “Gustavsson: “The one thing this team knows is that we can beat any team” “

Hayley Raso departs Real Madrid

Above: Hayley Raso celebrates a goal for the Matildas. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. By Genevieve Henry (23/6/24). Real Madrid have announced the departure of Hayley Raso after just one year with the club. The 29-year old winger signed for the club last July, becoming the first Australian, male or female, to do so.  DuringContinue reading “Hayley Raso departs Real Madrid”

“I wouldn’t want to do it with any other club.” Princess Ibini signs for a tenth season in Sky Blue

Above: Princess Ibini in action for Sydney FC. Image: Kris Goman for Impetus. By Genevieve Henry (23/6/24). In 2015, a 15 year-old Princess Ibini made her first appearance for Sydney FC, full of dreams and excitement. Coming up on 10 years later, she’s made 140 appearances and is set to become the record appearance makerContinue reading ““I wouldn’t want to do it with any other club.” Princess Ibini signs for a tenth season in Sky Blue”

Could a move back to Sydney be on the cards after Remy Siemsen departs Leicester on a free?

Above: Remy Siemsen in action for Sydney FC in 2022. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. By Genevieve Henry (20/6/24). With the news of Matildas striker Remy Siemsen leaving Leicester City available for free transfer, a return to Sky Blue seems inevitable. When Siemsen left Australia to join Leicester City in a record transfer deal forContinue reading “Could a move back to Sydney be on the cards after Remy Siemsen departs Leicester on a free?”

“It’s emotional, but Sky Blue forever”: Vine and McLean leave Sydney

Above: Cortnee Vine lifts the 2022-23 Premier’s plate, with Charlotte McLean on her left. Image: Sydney FC. by Genevieve Henry (15/6/24). Cortnee Vine and Charlotte McLean, Sydney FC’s most iconic and beloved duo, announced on Friday that they are to depart the Sky Blues for the NWSL. After four years with the club, Vine isContinue reading ““It’s emotional, but Sky Blue forever”: Vine and McLean leave Sydney”

Lydia Williams, Number One

By Genevieve Henry and Kieran Yap (5/6/24). With Lydia Williams set to retire from international football, Impetus Football looks back at the impact she had during her career, and the legacy she leaves on and off the field. When Lydia Williams made her debut for The Matildas it was a different era. Five years onContinue reading “Lydia Williams, Number One”

Mackenzie Hawkesby bleeds Sky Blue and has renewed her contract for One More Year

Above: Cortnee Vine and Mackenzie Hawkesby (right) celebrate their recent Championship. Image: Sydney FC. By Genevieve Henry (15/5/24). Sydney announced on Tuesday that Mackenzie Hawkesby had renewed her contract for one more season. The Grand Final player of the match turned the Sky Blues’ season around when she returned midseason from a disappointing stint overseasContinue reading “Mackenzie Hawkesby bleeds Sky Blue and has renewed her contract for One More Year”

Cortnee Vine: “No other coach does it like Ante.”

Above: Cortnee Vine chasing down an opportunity to score earlier this season. Image: Kris Goman for Impetus. By Genevieve Henry (3/5/24). Matildas star Cortnee Vine is all set to go in the A-League Women Grand Final this Saturday at AAMI Park against fierce competitors Melbourne City. She spoke to the media about Sydney FC’s relationshipContinue reading “Cortnee Vine: “No other coach does it like Ante.””

Impetus A-League Women Awards 2023/2024

Impetus writers voted on the best three players and coaches for the 2023/24 season of the A-League Women. It was a big season with some stellar performances and intriguing narratives. Here, we reveal who was voted in our top three spots for both categories, and members of our team covering the league this season explainContinue reading “Impetus A-League Women Awards 2023/2024”

Cortnee Vine: “It’s about who wants it more.”

Above: Cortnee Vine speaking to the media ahead of Saturday’s semi-final second leg. Image: Sydney FC. By Genevieve Henry (26/4/24). Following a successful outing to Gosford, Sydney FC return home to play the second leg of their semi-final tie with the Central Coast Mariners on Saturday. Matildas star and last weekend’s player of the matchContinue reading “Cortnee Vine: “It’s about who wants it more.””