New Zealand 2-1 Venezuela by Jonathon Hagger (4/6/25) Above: Rebekah Stott (13) in possession for the Football Ferns against Venezuela yesterday. Photo: RNZ. The Football Ferns responded from a disappointing performance and result against the Venezuelans at the end of last week to level the two-match series in Spain yesterday. New Zealand were hungry toContinue reading “Redemption for Football Ferns as Venezuela series ends tied”
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Sayer completes fairytale return as Matildas defeat Argentina
Australia 4-1 Argentina by Alyce Collett (2/6/25) Above: Amy Sayer celebrates after scoring for Australia against Argentina in Canberra tonight. Photo: Football Australia. Australia has recorded a clean sweep in its two-match series with Argentina after winning game two 4-1 in Canberra tonight. Amy Sayer was the star for the Matildas, scoring a brace andContinue reading “Sayer completes fairytale return as Matildas defeat Argentina”
New Zealand go down to disappointing loss to Venezuela
New Zealand 1-3 Venezuela by Jonathon Hagger (1/6/25) Above: Football Ferns star Annalie Longo (10) battles away against Venezuela yesterday. Photo: RNZ. New Zealand began their two-match series against Venezuela in Marbella with a performance that new boss Michael Mayne described as “nowhere near” where they need to be. Backdrop The New Zealand Football FernsContinue reading “New Zealand go down to disappointing loss to Venezuela”
Johnson debut goal drives Matildas to Argentina win
Australia 2-0 Argentina by Isabelle Campbell at Marvel Stadium for Impetus (30/5/25). Above: Kahli Johnson celebrates her debut goal for Australia. Photo: Football Australia. The Matildas put on an outstanding display of attacking mindset in a 2-0 win over Argentina at Marvel Stadium in Melbourne. With several senior players unavailable, the fixture allowed fringe playersContinue reading “Johnson debut goal drives Matildas to Argentina win”
Olympic Preview: Brazil
Above: Brazil come together for another tilt at Olympics Gold. Photo: The New York Times. by Stuart Barker (24/7/24) No international tournament is complete without the famous yellow, blue, and white of Brazil. The immensely talent group have often underachieved on the big stage but could this be the moment that they step up andContinue reading “Olympic Preview: Brazil”
Olympics Preview: Colombia
by Emily Wyatt (15/7/24) Above: Colombia, who are looking to repeat their superb World Cup run at the Olympics. Photo: The City Paper Bogotá. Colombia, also known as the Las Chicas Superpoderosas or the Las Cafeteras are returning to the Olympics after missing out last time round. Given their superb performances at the World CupContinue reading “Olympics Preview: Colombia”
Matildas announce Mexico challenge in April
12/2/24 Above: The Matildas are heading to the USA to take on Mexico in April. Photo: Football Australia. Australia confirmed today that they will take on Mexico in San Antonio, USA during the April international window. In the first meeting between the two nations since 2011, this fixture will be played at Toyota Field onContinue reading “Matildas announce Mexico challenge in April”
Ana María Guzmán: The emerging Colombia defender with a big future
In the latest of his series of guest articles for Impetus during the World Cup, freelance journalist David Astill looks at the influence that Ana María Guzmán had on the South American nation’s superb tournament (15/8/23). Above: Young Colombian star Ana María Guzmán. Photo: SuperSport. Their time at the World Cup might now be over,Continue reading “Ana María Guzmán: The emerging Colombia defender with a big future”
The good, the bad, and the ugly
Whilst the vast majority of the experience in stadiums and around the cities hosting the World Cup has been overwhelmingly enjoyable, Ben Carey highlights two examples of behaviour from overseas fans that has spoilt the enjoyment of other supporters during the group stage (4/8/23). Above: Colombia celebrate with their fans during the World Cup. Photo:Continue reading “The good, the bad, and the ugly”
Who are the strongest nations so far?
With every nation at the World Cup having played at least one match now, Ben Carey considers who he believes are the most impressive teams to date (27/7/23) Above: Ary Borges celebrates her hat-trick in Brazil’s opening win over Panama. Photo: Sydney Morning Herald. The 2023 Women’s World Cup has kicked off in fashion withContinue reading “Who are the strongest nations so far?”
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