by Sophie Puodzius (8/7/24) Above: Mariona Caldentey (centre) signs for Arsenal. Photo: Arsenal Women. Mariona Caldentey is a strong attacking presence who has been vital to Barcelona’s success over the years. She leaves as a club legend with a vast collection of 25 trophies ranging from domestic to international competitions and has scored 115 goalsContinue reading “What will Mariona Caldentey bring to a talent-packed Arsenal?”
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Pedro Martínez Losa Names Scotland Squad Ahead of Pinatar Cup
With the Pinatar Cup just days away Pedro Martínez Losa has named his Scotland side who will take part in the competition hoping to secure Scotland’s second trophy in 4 years. Scotland have done well in recent years when playing in the Pinatar Cup finishing Winners in 2020 and third place in 2023 but thisContinue reading “Pedro Martínez Losa Names Scotland Squad Ahead of Pinatar Cup”
RFEF has given us a glimpse of the institutional misogyny women footballers face
by Rachel Cohen (28/8/23) Above: Players from Atlético Madrid and AC Milan show their solidarity with Jenni Hermoso, a former Atléti player before their Women’s Cup match yesterday. Photo: Diego Souto. If you’re like me you were a) obsessed with the World Cup and b) have spent much of the week since then alternately flabbergasted,Continue reading “RFEF has given us a glimpse of the institutional misogyny women footballers face”
Spain emerge victorious: World Cup Final analysis
In her debut article for Impetus, Aimee-Lou Caldecourt reflects on the World Cup Final, looking at how Spain won the day against an England side who grew into the tournament (21/8/23). Above: Spain lift the World Cup at Stadium Australia last night. Photo: SEFutbolFem. Joy for Spain, heartbreak for England, but how did Spain getContinue reading “Spain emerge victorious: World Cup Final analysis”
Everything in the garden is far from rosy ahead of record-breaking World Cup
by Rebecca Hall (30/6/23) Above: The USA lift the World Cup in 2019. Despite this year’s tournament being bigger than ever and with more exposure, too many of the competing nations are having to fight for equality and fairness. Photo: PDA Football. With less than a month to go until the start of the Women’sContinue reading “Everything in the garden is far from rosy ahead of record-breaking World Cup”
World Cup Preview: Spain
by Ben Carey Above: Spain enter the World Cup with a number of key players missing. Photo: FourFourTwo. Spain are a very complex team to preview for the World Cup. Technically speaking, they have one of the most fearsome lists of players of any nation in the world. However, due to internal politics, a largeContinue reading “World Cup Preview: Spain”
Czechia v Spain Photo Gallery
Kris Goman was pitch side at a wet and windy Newcastle to capture the best of the action as Czechia and Spain concluded their Cup of Nations program (22/2/23). Above: Spain get a header in on goal against Czechia today in Newcastle, New South Wales. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. Czechia 0-3 Spain
Australia v Spain Photo Gallery
Impetus’ Kris Goman was pitchside in Parramatta today to capture the best of the action as Australia took on Spain in a thriller in the Cup of Nations (19/2/23). Above: Sam Kerr shows her glee – but it was soon to turn to frustration after her header was ruled out for offside – something replaysContinue reading “Australia v Spain Photo Gallery”
Vine time for The Matildas as they continue to move in the right direction
Australia 3-2 Spain by Ben Gilby (19/2/23) Above: There was so much for the Matildas to celebrate today against Spain. Photo: Football Australia. The Matildas produced a highly impressive performance combining attacking flair with defensive organisation to earn a 3-2 victory over Spain in Parramatta today. Spain had more possession and shots, but it wasContinue reading “Vine time for The Matildas as they continue to move in the right direction”
Impetus 2022 Awards
It’s been another great year for women’s football and eight Impetus writers, Ben Gilby, Johnathan Stack, Ben Carey, Emmanuel Faith, Kieran Yap, Darrell Allen, Nathan Edwards, and Kris Goman highlight their team, player, coach, and unsung hero of the year. In true Impetus style, there are representatives from the top-flight and grassroots levels of the women’s game (30/12/22). Team of the Year: BEN GILBY: England. It’s moreContinue reading “Impetus 2022 Awards”
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