By Kieran Yap 20/2/25 Above: Grace Kuilamu (8) battles for possession. Photo: Football Australia The Young Matildas began the Four Nations Tournament with an emphatic 9-0 win over Vanuatu’s senior team at Viking Park. The match marked the first outing that this group of players have had together, and begins the new cycle for Australia’sContinue reading “Young Matildas score nine to open Four Nations Tournament”
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“It’s always an honour to play for Australia and our nation”- Australia prepare to host Vanuatu
By Kieran Yap 18/2/25 Above: The Young Matildas in training on Tuesday. Photo: Football Australia Young Matildas forward Sienna Saveska and Vanuatu Captain Rita Solomon spoke to the media ahead of their encounter in the Four Nations Tournament. It is the start of a new cycle for the Australian Under 20’s. The Young Matilda haveContinue reading ““It’s always an honour to play for Australia and our nation”- Australia prepare to host Vanuatu”
New Australia kit to make its debut at She Believes Cup
By Kieran Yap 17/2/25 Above: Designer of the Nike collection Reko Rennie in Australia’s new anthem jacket. Photo: Football Australia A new Matildas jersey means new memories are about to be made. The next kit from Nike is to make its debut on Friday morning, and is the result of a collaboration with Kamilaroi artist RekoContinue reading “New Australia kit to make its debut at She Believes Cup”
Wanderers score four in comeback against the Jets
Western Sydney Wanderers 4-1 Newcastle Jets By Kieran Yap 15/2/25 Above: Ena Harada celebrates after putting Wanderers 2-1 up. Photo: Western Sydney Wanderers Despite going behind early, the Western Sydney Wanderers have started off the round with a 4-1 win against the Newcastle Jets. Things could have started off better for the home side. YoungContinue reading “Wanderers score four in comeback against the Jets”
The Kerr captaincy discussion is just noise
By Kieran Yap 13/2/25 Above: Sam Kerr. Photo Kris Goman for Impetus. The continued criticism of Sam Kerr by sections of the media resemble a choir of untrained vuvuzela’s. All in competition to be the loudest while sounding exactly the same. Here is what Football Australia need to do in the wake of the SamContinue reading “The Kerr captaincy discussion is just noise”
Young Matildas squad named, and it looks like an A-League All-Stars team
By Kieran Yap 10/2/25 Above: Wanderers and former Junior Matildas star Sienna Saveska has been named in the Young Matildas team. Photo: Football Australia The Young Matildas squad for the upcoming Four Nations Tournamament in Canberra has been named. Interim U20 coach Kory Babington has named 26 players to host The Solomon Islands, Vanuatu andContinue reading “Young Matildas squad named, and it looks like an A-League All-Stars team”
Holly Mac scores three as City defeat Western United
Melbourne City 5-1 Western United By Kieran Yap 5/2/25 Above: Holly McNamara. Photo: Melbourne City A first half hatrick by Holly McNamara helped Melbourne City to a 5-1 win over Western United as the defending premiers solidified their grip on top spot in the A-League Women. City’s comprehensive win continues their undefeated streak and itContinue reading “Holly Mac scores three as City defeat Western United”
Matildas welcome back Holly Mac & name a new Freier for the She Believes Cup
By Kieran Yap 4/2/25 Above: Holly McNamara in action at the 2022 Asian Cup. Photo: Football Australia The Matildas have announced the squad to take on Colombia, The United States and Japan at the She Believes Cup this month. Interim coach Tom Sermanni remains in charge of the team as the search for a fullContinue reading “Matildas welcome back Holly Mac & name a new Freier for the She Believes Cup”
A brief history of Holly Furphy
By Kieran Yap 29/1/25 Above: Holly Furphy celebrates her goal against Sydney FC. Photo: A-Leagues When Melbourne Victory defeated Sydney FC in Round 13 all the talk was about the two goal scorers. Alana Jancevski earned goal of the week for her thunderous free-kick, and Holly Furphy, the new signing who made an immediate impression.Continue reading “A brief history of Holly Furphy”
Abdul-Massih wins it for Perth Glory
Perth Glory 3-2 Brisbane Roar By Kieran Yap 26/1/25 Above: Ella Abdul-Massih celebrates with Charli Wainwright and Izzy Dalton after scoring her late winner for Perth Glory. Photo: Rob Lizzi for Impetus. Perth Glory have snatched a dramatic win against Brisbane Roar. The home side twice came from behind to score a 93rd-minute winner fromContinue reading “Abdul-Massih wins it for Perth Glory”
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