Matildas: Learning From Pressure And Finding The Right Balance

In today’s pre-game press conference ahead of Australia’s second friendly in four days with the USA, Ben Gilby heard Matildas head coach Tony Gustavsson address his team’s defensive issues and outlined what he is aiming for between now and the end of the Asia Cup (29/11/21). Above: Tony Gustavsson speaks to the media today aheadContinue reading “Matildas: Learning From Pressure And Finding The Right Balance”

Matildas v USWNT: Post Match Interviews

Ben Gilby hears from Tameeka Yallop on the night of her hundredth cap, debutant Jessika Nash, Manchester City’s Hayley Raso, and Arsenal’s Caitlin Foord (28/11/21). Above: Inside the huddle. Photo supplied to Impetus by: Football Australia. “I was gutted that we didn’t get the win”, admitted Tameeka Yallop, speaking after the final whistle. “However, IContinue reading “Matildas v USWNT: Post Match Interviews”

Tough Start Puts Matildas On Back Foot

Australia 0-3 United States of America Kris Goman was inside Stadium Australia for Impetus and reviews the match and press conferences for us in words and pictures (28/11/21). Above: Hayley Raso on the charge for Australia as Lindsey Horan looks on. Photo: Kris Goman. There was a lot going on in this game. The numberContinue reading “Tough Start Puts Matildas On Back Foot”

Matildas Set The Scene For First USWNT Clash

Impetus editor Ben Gilby heard from Australia coach Tony Gustavsson plus players Steph Catley, Emily Gielnik and Hayley Raso in the lead up to tomorrow’s first of two friendlies between the Matildas and world champions USA in New South Wales. Above: The Matildas in training this week ahead of the first of two matches againstContinue reading “Matildas Set The Scene For First USWNT Clash”

Lydia Williams: Influential Matilda & Indigenous Role Model

In the third of our special features for our charity partners John Moriarty Football’s Indigenous Football Week, Kieran Yap profiles Lydia Williams, Arsenal’s hugely experienced goalkeeper who is well worth keeping an eye on both on and off the pitch. Above: Lydia Williams pictured in typical pose whilst playing for Australia. Photo: Sky Sports. Australia’s goalkeeper is waitingContinue reading “Lydia Williams: Influential Matilda & Indigenous Role Model”

Jada Whyman: An Inspirational Player With A Big Future

In the second of our special features for our charity partners John Moriarty Football’s Indigenous Football Week, Ben Gilby profiles Jada Whyman, Sydney FC’s young and highly talented goalkeeper who is a fabulous role model for female indigenous Australian football players. Above: Jada Whyman training with the Matildas during the October international window this year. Photo supplied toContinue reading “Jada Whyman: An Inspirational Player With A Big Future”

Matildas Unveil Squad For USWNT Matches

Overnight, Australia announced their 25 player squad for their doubleheader against the USA at the end of this month. Head coach Tony Gustavsson revealed the reasons behind his selections Above: The Matildas face the World Champions twice at the end of this month with their all-time attendance record set to be smashed. Photo: Football Australia.Continue reading “Matildas Unveil Squad For USWNT Matches”

Sam Stays!

Above: Sam Kerr pictured for the media this afternoon after extending her deal at Kingsmoeado for another two years. Photo supplied to Impetus by: Chelsea FCW. Chelsea announce this afternoon that forward Sam Kerr has extended her contract at the club for a further two years – until the summer of 2024. Following a stellarContinue reading “Sam Stays!”

Impetus Hears From Matildas At USWNT Series Launch

Impetus’ Kris Goman was at Stadium Australia in Sydney this morning for the media launch ahead of the Matildas forthcoming two-game series with the USWNT at the end of this month. She spoke exclusively to Emily Van Egmond, Jada Whyman, and Bryleeh Henry. Kris additionally heard from NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet, The Hon Natalie Ward,Continue reading “Impetus Hears From Matildas At USWNT Series Launch”

Matildas Coaches React To Asian Cup Draw

The draw for the 2022 Asian Cup, which takes place during January in India took place today. Impetus’ Ben Gilby got reaction to the draw from Australia’s head coach Tony Gustavsson and assistant Mel Andreatta. Artwork: Football Australia The draw for the 2022 Asian Cup in India was made earlier today and Australia will beContinue reading “Matildas Coaches React To Asian Cup Draw”