Inside the Matildas: Mackenzie Arnold and Kaitlyn Torpey look ahead to Uzbekistan challenge

by Ben Gilby (21/2/24). Above: Australia and West Ham United goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold speaking to the media earlier today. Image: Football Australia. Mackenzie Arnold: “I feel I belong now” Mackenzie Arnold has been part of the Matildas set-up for over a decade – but the West Ham United shot stopper revealed to the media todayContinue reading “Inside the Matildas: Mackenzie Arnold and Kaitlyn Torpey look ahead to Uzbekistan challenge”

The evolving finances in women’s football

The growth in women’s football is starting to be reflected in transfer fees. But how does this impact the rest of the football economy? By Rachel Gore 13/2/24 Above: Kaitlyn Torpey broke the Australian transfer record when she was signed by San Diego Wave. Last week, on February 6, Kaitlyn Torpey signed for San Diego WaveContinue reading “The evolving finances in women’s football”

Kaitlyn Torpey, the “intriguing” player who broke a transfer record

By Emma Burke 7/2/24 Above: Kaitlyn Torpey (foreground) with Melbourne City’s Hannah Wilkinson. Image: Melbourne City. Six months ago, Kaitlyn Torpey spent her off-season in the National Premier League in Victoria playing for the Preston Lions.  Yesterday, it was announced that she would be joining the San Diego Wave on a two year deal, makingContinue reading “Kaitlyn Torpey, the “intriguing” player who broke a transfer record”

A-League Women Weekly Awards

Each week during the home and away season, Impetus’ writing and photography team covering the competition will nominate a player, coach, and event of the week. We’ll keep a tally of the player and coach votes as the weeks go by, and just before Finals, will announce our winners for 2022/23 (21/3/23). Player of the Week: BEN GILBY:Continue reading “A-League Women Weekly Awards”

Australian Round-Up

Melbourne City, Western Sydney Wanderers, Canberra United and Brisbane Roar have all announced significant additions to their W-League squads this week. Impetus hears from all of the players and head coaches involved as the big kick-off gets ever closer. Three additions by Melbourne City: This week, the Sky Blues have announced three major players forContinue reading “Australian Round-Up”