Above: Tony Gustavsson speaking to the press. Image: Football Australia. By Genevieve Henry (12/7/24). Matildas head coach Tony Gustavsson spoke to the media today, sharing his thoughts of Australia’s hard work and mentality ahead of their Olympic warm-up match against Canada. “It’s been intense. Very intense.” In preparation for the heat, the team has beenContinue reading “Gustavsson: “The one thing this team knows is that we can beat any team” “
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Matildas out to build on lessons learned from the World Cup
by Ben Gilby (12/7/24) Above: Hayley Raso in training this week at the Matildas pre-Olympic camp in North Spain. Photo: Rachel Bach / Football Australia. Whilst Australia have evolved their style and added depth to their squad since last year’s World Cup, attacker Hayley Raso feels that experiencing high pressure and overcoming adversity in waysContinue reading “Matildas out to build on lessons learned from the World Cup”
Matildas build-up to Canada clash
Above: Kyra Cooney-Cross captured during training this week in Marbella. Photo: Rachel Bach / Football Australia. by Ben Gilby (11/7/24) Australia have continued their preparations for Sunday evening’s (local time) final pre-Olympic friendly with Canada in Marbella by bringing Winonah Heatley into the squad for the game after injuries have impacted Steph Catley and KaitlynContinue reading “Matildas build-up to Canada clash”
Matildas begin Olympic preparations
9/7/24 Above: A smiling Hayley Raso during training in Spain yesterday. Photo supplied to Impetus by: Football Australia. Australia have arrived at their warm-weather training camp in Marbella, Northern Spain ahead of this weekend’s pre-Olympic Friendly against Canada on Saturday. Here is a selection of photos from yesterday’s training session, provided to Impetus by FootballContinue reading “Matildas begin Olympic preparations”
Matildas announce Olympic warm-up test with Canada in Spain
2/7/24 Above: The Matildas gather after the announcement of the squad for the Olympic Games. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. Australia will take on reigning Olympic gold medallists, Canada, in the south of Spain in a final international fixture before commencing their Paris 2024 Olympic Games campaign. Australia and Canada will face off on SaturdayContinue reading “Matildas announce Olympic warm-up test with Canada in Spain”
Hayley Raso departs Real Madrid
Above: Hayley Raso celebrates a goal for the Matildas. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. By Genevieve Henry (23/6/24). Real Madrid have announced the departure of Hayley Raso after just one year with the club. The 29-year old winger signed for the club last July, becoming the first Australian, male or female, to do so. DuringContinue reading “Hayley Raso departs Real Madrid”
Aussies in the WSL: The fans’ perspective
Above: Arsenal’s Australian trio of Caitlin Foord (left), Steph Catley (centre), and Kyra Cooney-Cross (right) celebrate the club’s Conti Cup Final win this season. Photo: Arsenal Women. 15/6/24 Impetus sought the views of WSL club fan groups and supporters of the clubs among our team of writers about the performance of their Australian stars. FindContinue reading “Aussies in the WSL: The fans’ perspective”
Football to receive funding boost for Asian Cup
by Kris Goman at Circular Quay, Sydney for Impetus (13/6/24) Above: Young Matilda Sasha Grove and Matildas Cortnee Vine, Lydia Williams, and Courtney Nevin at Circular Quay today. Photo: Kris Goman for Impetus. This morning the Federal Minister for Sport, Anika Wells announced a $15 million funding investment to support Australia’s hosting of the 2026Continue reading “Football to receive funding boost for Asian Cup”
Lydia Williams, Number One
By Genevieve Henry and Kieran Yap (5/6/24). With Lydia Williams set to retire from international football, Impetus Football looks back at the impact she had during her career, and the legacy she leaves on and off the field. When Lydia Williams made her debut for The Matildas it was a different era. Five years onContinue reading “Lydia Williams, Number One”
Wheeler & Hunt reflect on the last week with the Matildas
by Ben Gilby (4/6/24) Above: Clare Wheeler (left) speaking to the media alongside Clare Hunt. Image: Football Australia. It’s been a rollercoaster ride of a week for the Matildas. Two final chances to impress Tony Gustavsson before he named his squad for the Olympics, and Australian icon Lydia Williams’ final game on home soil. ThereContinue reading “Wheeler & Hunt reflect on the last week with the Matildas”
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