Australia 1-0 Philippines By Alyce Collett 1/3/2026 Above: The Matildas celebrate after Sam Kerr scored to help Australia to a win over the Philippines tonight. Photo: Cat Bryant for Impetus. Australia has started its 2026 Asian Cup with the perfect result, downing the Philippines 1-0 thanks to a first half goal from Sam Kerr. However despite pickingContinue reading “Matildas win Asian Cup opener but raise questions to ponder in the process”
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“We dream of these occasions.” Joe Montemurro and Sam Kerr preview opening match of the 2026 Asian Cup against The Philippines
Above: Joe Montemurro and Sam Kerr speaking to the media. Credit: By The White Line via @Matildas on Instagram. By Ella McShane (28/2/26) Tomorrow night, the Matildas take on The Philippines at Perth Stadium for the opening match of the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup. Before the infamous West Australian sun goes down on whatContinue reading ““We dream of these occasions.” Joe Montemurro and Sam Kerr preview opening match of the 2026 Asian Cup against The Philippines”
Asian Cup Preview: Australia
Above: Australia lines up for a team photo. Image: Clare Wheeler’s Instagram. By Genevieve Henry (28/2/26). The hosts of the 2026 Asian Cup will be looking to reclaim their Asian crown on home soil in a tournament set to draw on the support of the Australian public. Competing in Group A with South Korea, theContinue reading “Asian Cup Preview: Australia”
Kerr: “It’s been really enjoyable” playing for Montemurro
Above: Sam Kerr and Joe Montemurro post-match. Image: Football Australia. By Genevieve Henry (2/12/25). After beating New Zealand 2-0 at Coopers Stadium in Adelaide, Matildas captain Sam Kerr and head coach Joe Montemurro addressed the media in their post-match press conference. Goals to Alanna Kennedy and Hayley Raso secured the win in what was aContinue reading “Kerr: “It’s been really enjoyable” playing for Montemurro”
Two goals to seal two wins as Tillies beat Kiwis again
AUSTRALIA 2-0 NEW ZEALAND By Emma Burke (2/12/25) Above: Alanna Kennedy (facing) and Sam Kerr celebrate after the former scored the opening goal tonight against New Zealand. Photo: Football Australia The Matildas have defeated New Zealand 2-0 in Adelaide to wrap up their year, thanks to goals from Alanna Kennedy and Hayley Raso. The side has now playedContinue reading “Two goals to seal two wins as Tillies beat Kiwis again”
Sam Kerr ready to lead again
Above: Sam Kerr arriving to Cardiff. Photo: via Commbank Matildas By Callum Logie (25/10/2025) Sam Kerr has announced her intention to return to a leadership role for the Matildas upon her return to the squad after nearly two years out from an ACL injury. Speaking to the press in Cardiff ahead of the Matilda’s upcomingContinue reading “Sam Kerr ready to lead again”
Nike release Sam Kerr player edition boot
By Kieran Yap 28/8/25 Above: The Player Edition Nike boot designed with Sam Kerr. Sam Kerr has joined some of the world’s greatest athletes in having her own Nike shoe. The football boot, a player edition of the Mercurial Superfly 10. The boot design is a tribute to Sam’s journey as a professional footballer, showcasingContinue reading “Nike release Sam Kerr player edition boot”
The Harm of the “Golden Generation” Label
Above: Sam Kerr, Hayley Raso, and Tameka Yallop celebrate. Image: Football Australia. By Genevieve Henry (16/4/25). With the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup looming and Australia’s most beloved generation yet to win a major trophy, Impetus’ Genevieve Henry discusses the label of “the Golden Generation” and why it slows down the future while stopping us fromContinue reading “The Harm of the “Golden Generation” Label”
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”
Aussies in the WSL: The fans’ perspective
Above: Arsenal’s Australian trio of Caitlin Foord (left), Steph Catley (centre), and Kyra Cooney-Cross (right) celebrate the club’s Conti Cup Final win this season. Photo: Arsenal Women. 15/6/24 Impetus sought the views of WSL club fan groups and supporters of the clubs among our team of writers about the performance of their Australian stars. FindContinue reading “Aussies in the WSL: The fans’ perspective”
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