by Jonathan Tay (27/6/22) Above: Post-match scenes after Australia’s 7-0 defeat to Spain. Photo: Football Australia. It’s the 90th minute. Clare Polkinghorne, standing near her own penalty spot, is surrounded by the youthful trio of Courtney Nevin, Taylor Ray, and Charli Grant. Having just conceded their seventh goal, there’s a pause, as all three turnContinue reading “Matildas Analysis: Seven Levels Of Huelva”
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Gustavsson: “This Is A Wake-Up Call For A Lot Of People”
Impetus’ Ben Gilby was in the post-match press conference which followed an experimental Australia squad’s 7-0 defeat to Spain. He heard the Matildas head coach Tony Gustavsson outline how initial plans to field his strongest squad went up in flames and how he believes that deeper investment is needed to bring the next tier ofContinue reading “Gustavsson: “This Is A Wake-Up Call For A Lot Of People””
Gustavsson Looking For Answers Over Results
Impetus’ Jonathan Tay was in Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson‘s media conference for us yesterday. He reviews the squad selections and aims for the tough two games ahead (25/6/22). Above: Tony Gustavsson in the media conference yesterday. Photo: Football Australia. “We need answers.” That was the recurring catch-cry from Matildas head coach Tony Gustavsson, speakingContinue reading “Gustavsson Looking For Answers Over Results”
“My Favourite Team To Play For!”: Rested Williams Ready For 100th Cap
Impetus’ Kieran Yap was in today’s Australia media conference for us and heard Lydia Williams reflect on her time with the national team ahead of her hundredth cap, and the benefits of playing in Europe (23/6/22). Above: Lydia Williams in action for Australia. Photo: Football Australia. As her 100th cap approaches, Matildas goalkeeper Lydia WilliamsContinue reading ““My Favourite Team To Play For!”: Rested Williams Ready For 100th Cap”
Princess Ibini: Bringing Power, Pace, And Creativity To The Matildas
Impetus’ Kris Goman had an EXCLUSIVE 1:1 chat with Princess Ibini from inside the Australia training camp ahead of their upcoming friendlies in Spain and Portugal (21/6/22). Above: Princess Ibini speaking to the media yesterday. Photo supplied to Impetus by: Football Australia. After another impressive season with Sydney FC, Princess Ibini has been recalled intoContinue reading “Princess Ibini: Bringing Power, Pace, And Creativity To The Matildas”
Amy Sayer: From Summer Holidays To A Matildas Return
Impetus’ Ben Gilby heard Amy Sayer speak about an unexpected change to her summer plans which saw her go from holiday mode back into the national side after a gap of a year (20/6/22). Above: Amy Sayer speaking about her unexpected return to the international set-up. Photo: Football Australia. As unexpected international recalls go, thisContinue reading “Amy Sayer: From Summer Holidays To A Matildas Return”
Gustavsson Brings In New Faces Ahead Of Spain & Portugal Test
Ben Gilby hears from Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson as he unveils his squad for this months’ two tough matches as well as from newly called-up Sydney FC stars Taylor Ray and Mackenzie Hawkesby (13/6/22). Above: Tony Gustavsson, who has wrung the changes ahead of this month’s challenges against Spain and Portugal. Photo supplied toContinue reading “Gustavsson Brings In New Faces Ahead Of Spain & Portugal Test”
Matildas Name Squad For AFF Championships
A team full of promising youngsters and previously called-up internationals will represent Australia at the tournament for ASEAN member nationals. Impetus hears from Mel Andreatta who will the head coach of a strong-looking team (10/6/22). Above: Charli Grant, one of the players selected for the preliminary Matildas squad for the AFF Championships with a fullContinue reading “Matildas Name Squad For AFF Championships”
Matildas Set For Historic Match To Open New Stadium
9/6/22 Above: The new Allianz Stadium in Sydney, where the Matildas will play the first football match in September against Olympic champions Canada. Graphic: Sydney FC. The Matildas are set to create history, becoming the first football team to play at the new state-of-the-art Allianz Stadium in Sydney when they meet Tokyo 2020 Olympic ChampionsContinue reading “Matildas Set For Historic Match To Open New Stadium”
Matildas Announce Spain Challenge
10/5/22 Above: The Matildas will be gathering together once more next month and will face a major test in Spain. Photo supplied to Impetus by: Football Australia. Australia will head to Huelva to take on Spain on Saturday 25th June 2022 in the first of two international friendly matches for the June FIFA Window. TheContinue reading “Matildas Announce Spain Challenge”
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