Words by Rebecca Hall, exclusive photography by Rafaella Macintosh – both at St. George’s Park for Impetus (21/6/23) Above: Mary Earps makes a superb save during the Lionesses’ training session at St. George’s Park. Photo: Rafaella Macintosh for Impetus. The Lionesses arrived on Monday night at St. George’s national training facility, and yesterday they beganContinue reading “Lionesses speak as World Cup preparations get under way”
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Lionesses line-up Portugal World Cup send-off
9/6/23 Above: Chloe Kelly will be hoping to have more to celebrate for England in their friendly against Portugal – their final game at home before travelling to the World Cup. England’s final fixture on home soil before the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup will be a send-off match against Portugal on Saturday 1st JulyContinue reading “Lionesses line-up Portugal World Cup send-off”
Wiegman: There were some “really hard” decisions
Freya Ward was at Boldmere St. Michaels FC today to listen to England head coach Sarina Wiegman reveal her Lionesses squad for the World Cup for Impetus, and Suvadeep Biswas provides EXCLUSIVE photography from the event. (31/5/23). Above: Lionesses head coach Sarina Wiegman at today’s media conference to announce the England World Cup squad. Photo:Continue reading “Wiegman: There were some “really hard” decisions”
Lionesses World Cup squad: Impetus’ team reflects
31/5/23 Above: WSL top scorer Rachel Daly’s selection as a striker was met with delight from the Impetus team of contributors. Photo: Suvadeep Biswas for Impetus. As England head coach Sarina Wiegman named her squad for the World Cup at Boldmere St. Michaels FC earlier this afternoon, 10 members of Impetus‘ writing and photography teamContinue reading “Lionesses World Cup squad: Impetus’ team reflects”
Matildas show continued signs of promise, but one concern remains
By Kieran Yap (12/4/23) Above: Charli Grant celebrates her goal for Australia against England. Photo: Football Australia Australia had mixed results over the two games in this international window, but fairly consistent performances. Overall, the international window should be seen as a successful one, despite some lingering concerns. Although a 1-0 loss to Scotland frustratedContinue reading “Matildas show continued signs of promise, but one concern remains”
Never Say Die Matildas end Lionesses’ unbeaten run
England 0-2 Australia by Rachel Cohen at the GTech Community Stadium for Impetus (12/4/23). Above: Charli Grant (second left) celebrates her goal last night with (left to right) Kyra Cooney-Cross, Cortnee Vine, and Mary Fowler. Photo: Football Australia. Tony Gustavsson’s buoyant Matildas ended England’s 30-game unbeaten run with a performance full of their trademark ‘NeverContinue reading “Never Say Die Matildas end Lionesses’ unbeaten run”
Gustavsson: We won’t shy away from “the toughest challenge ever”
Nathan Edwards reports from Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson‘s media conference today ahead of their match with England tomorrow (10/4/23). Above: Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson believes his side will invoke their renowned Never Say Die spirit tomorrow night against England. Photo: Hannah Parnell for Impetus. Matildas boss Tony Gustavsson said that it would beContinue reading “Gustavsson: We won’t shy away from “the toughest challenge ever””
Kelly “captures the moment” as Lionesses roar after shoot-out win
England 1-1 Brazil England win 4-2 on penalties by Nathan Edwards at Wembley Stadium for Impetus (7/4/23) Above: England lift the Finalissima trophy after their penalty shoot-out win over Brazil at Wembley last night. Photo: Lionesses. Chloe Kelly scored the crucial penalty to win the inaugural Women’s Finalissima after Andressa Alves punished Mary Earps’ mistakeContinue reading “Kelly “captures the moment” as Lionesses roar after shoot-out win”
Dominant England retain Arnold Clark Cup
England 6-1 Belgium by Johnathan Stack at Ashton Gate for Impetus (23/2/23). Above: England lift the Arnold Clark at Bristol City FC last night after retaining the trophy they won last year. Photo: Lionesses. The Lionesses put out a message last night ahead of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup as they comprehensively defeated BelgiumContinue reading “Dominant England retain Arnold Clark Cup”
Daly boosts claims for striker spot as newcomers shine
by Nathan Edwards (21/2/23) Above: Rachel Daly celebrates after scoring for England against Italy in the Arnold Clark Cup on Sunday. Photo: Suvadeep Biswas for Impetus. Rachel Daly’s headed brace overcame Italy’s second-half scare and maintained England’s flawless record in the Arnold Clark Cup. Daly scored either side of Sofia Cantore’s controversial finish, to keepContinue reading “Daly boosts claims for striker spot as newcomers shine”
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