By Isabelle Campbell with interviews by Kieran Yap 28/12/24 Above: The 2019 Matildas Kit Launch. Photo: Nike. Impetus takes a look at the history and the progress of kits in women’s football. From necessity to practicality to fashion. In recent years, women’s football has witnessed unprecedented levels of growth, and with this change came aContinue reading “The Evolution of Women’s Football Kits”
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An Ode to Goad
By Kieran Yap 23/12/24 Above: Beattie Goad drives past Cortnee Vine. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus If Round Eight is to be Beattie Goad’s last game in the A-League women, the competition will farewell one of its most popular and most interesting players at the age of 27. She will be irreplaceable at Melbourne Victory,Continue reading “An Ode to Goad”
Emily Gielnik vs Michelle Heyman: How can they be best utilised?
By Genevieve Henry (17/12/24). Above: Michelle Heyman (2) celebrates after scoring against Uzbekistan earlier this year. Photo: Tilly McDonald for Impetus. With two of the A-League Women’s best centre-forwards in the Matildas squad at the same time, Emily Gielnik and Michelle Heyman both give the future Matildas head coach different qualities to look at. Impetus’Continue reading “Emily Gielnik vs Michelle Heyman: How can they be best utilised?”
Teagan Micah: She’s Been Here the Whole Time
Above: Teagan Micah warming up pre-match against Iran. Photo: Cat Bryant for Impetus. by Genevieve Henry (6/12/24). After an impressive performance by Teagan Micah between the sticks for the Matildas in the latest international window, many new fans are shocked at the competence of the current second-choice goalie. And it’s easy to see why—she’s beenContinue reading “Teagan Micah: She’s Been Here the Whole Time”
Emily Gielnik: “I worked hard to get here and I’ll definitely work even harder to stay.”
Above: Emily Gielnik making her presence known in her first game back in over two years. Image: Kris Goman for Impetus. By Genevieve Henry (4/12/24). Ahead of their match against Taiwan at AAMI Park in Melbourne, Matildas head coach Tom Sermanni and forward Emily Gielnik spoke to the media on all things preparation, personnel, andContinue reading “Emily Gielnik: “I worked hard to get here and I’ll definitely work even harder to stay.””
Tom Sermanni and The Matildas are ready to “fight fire with fire” against Brazil
Above: Tom Sermanni speaking to the press ahead of Australia v Brazil. Image: Football Australia. By Genevieve Henry (30/11/24). Ahead of the rematch with Brazil, Matildas interim head coach Tom Sermanni spoke to the press about how Australia can improve, players that impressed him, and the “unbelievable” support surrounding the team. Thursday’s game against oneContinue reading “Tom Sermanni and The Matildas are ready to “fight fire with fire” against Brazil”
Polkinghorne: “Really special to be able to play one last game here at home.”
Above: Clare Polkinghorne in action against Iran. Image: Kris Goman for Impetus. By Genevieve Henry (28/11/24) A legend of the Matildas, Clare Polkinghorne is preparing for a “really special” final game in green and gold. The most-capped Australian will say her goodbyes to the professional game (at least as a player) in her home inContinue reading “Polkinghorne: “Really special to be able to play one last game here at home.””
Clare Hunt Exclusive Interview
Above: Clare Hunt on signing day with Tottenham. Image: Tottenham Hotspur. by Genevieve Henry (15/11/24). Ahead of tomorrow’s huge North London derby in the Women’s Super League with Tottenham Hotspur Australian defender Clare Hunt answered Genevieve Henry’s questions about her transition to England, rapid ascent with the Matildas, and ultimate goals with Spurs. Hunt hasContinue reading “Clare Hunt Exclusive Interview”
Has the rapid growth of the Matildas put them under performance altering pressure?
by Ella McShane (11/11/24) Above: The Matildas come together in the huddle. Photo: Football Australia. The infamous penalty shootout, the crushing defeat inflicted by Sarina Wiegman’s Lionesses, the society-altering rise of women’s sport. The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup undoubtedly left an unprecedented legacy defined by love, loss, and a united Australia. Foord’s statement echoesContinue reading “Has the rapid growth of the Matildas put them under performance altering pressure?”
Never say die: Cooney-Cross rocket sets Matildas on the way to famous win
Germany 1-2 Australia by Ben Gilby (28/10/24) Above: Australia celebrate after Kyra Cooney-Cross’s stunning goal. Photo: Football Australia. Australia produced a performance of grit, determination, and no little skill to pick themselves up off the floor from a nightmare start to claim a stunning win over Germany in Duisburg. After falling behind just five minutesContinue reading “Never say die: Cooney-Cross rocket sets Matildas on the way to famous win”
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