Gustavsson: We won’t shy away from “the toughest challenge ever”

Nathan Edwards reports from Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson‘s media conference today ahead of their match with England tomorrow (10/4/23). Above: Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson believes his side will invoke their renowned Never Say Die spirit tomorrow night against England. Photo: Hannah Parnell for Impetus. Matildas boss Tony Gustavsson said that it would beContinue reading “Gustavsson: We won’t shy away from “the toughest challenge ever””

Sam Kerr: We want to inspire a nation

Ben Gilby was in today’s Australia media conference with captain Sam Kerr and head coach Tony Gustavsson. The Matildas’ all-time record scorer highlighted the fact that the best possible legacy from their home World Cup would be increased funding to match the sport’s status as the one with the biggest participation rate in the countryContinue reading “Sam Kerr: We want to inspire a nation”

Carpenter & McNamara return for Matildas ahead of Lionesses and Scotland tests

by Ben Gilby (23/3/23) Above: Matildas boss Tony Gustavsson has unveiled a strong squad for the April international window matches against England and Scotland. Image: Football Australia. Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson has named a 24-player squad for next month’s internationals against Scotland and England. Whilst Steph Catley and Emily Gielnik are unavailable, there isContinue reading “Carpenter & McNamara return for Matildas ahead of Lionesses and Scotland tests”

Australia v Jamaica post-match coverage

Ben Gilby reports on the post-match media conference that followed the Matildas’ 3-0 win over Jamaica today to win the Cup of Nations as both head coaches, Tony Gustavsson and Lorne Donaldson spoke to the press along with Player of the Tournament Mackenzie Arnold (22/2/23). Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson was delighted that his teamContinue reading “Australia v Jamaica post-match coverage”

Gustavsson: If we stay true to our DNA we can succeed

by Ben Gilby (21/2/23) Above: Matildas boss Tony Gustavsson speaking earlier today. Image: Football Australia. Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson told the media today that he wants his team to experience lifting a trophy tomorrow, and that if they can stay true to their DNA, it is something that will stand them in good steadContinue reading “Gustavsson: If we stay true to our DNA we can succeed”

Sam Kerr: We’re proud of ourselves but wanted the clean sheet

Impetus’ Ben Gilby reports on the media conferences held by Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson and Spain counterpart Jorge Vilda, plus The Matildas captain Sam Kerr (19/2/23). Above: Australia captain Sam Kerr at the post-match media conference today. Image: Football Australia. Matildas captain Sam Kerr spoke of the immense pride she had in the teamContinue reading “Sam Kerr: We’re proud of ourselves but wanted the clean sheet”

Gustavsson: We need to match the tempo & test defending

by Ben Gilby (18/2/23) Above: Matildas head coach Tony Gustavsson speaking to the media today in Sydney. Image: Football Australia. Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson outlined his belief that his team will need to defend collectively and match Spain’s tempo if they are to come away with a positive outcome against the European giants inContinue reading “Gustavsson: We need to match the tempo & test defending”

Gustavsson & Raso: We believed in the process and stepped up

Impetus’ Ben Gilby reports on Australia’s post-match media conference following today’s 4-0 win over Czechia in Gosford (16/2/23). Above: Hayley Raso and Tony Gustavsson speak to the media after the win over Czechia today. Image: Football Australia. Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson and two-goal hero Hayley Raso both spoke of their pride in how theContinue reading “Gustavsson & Raso: We believed in the process and stepped up”

Hunt rewarded by call up in latest Matildas squad

by Ben Gilby (2/2/23) Above: (Left to right): Cortnee Vine, Tameka Yallop, and Tony Gustavsson at today’s Australian national squad selection announcement in Sydney. Image: Football Australia. Western Sydney Wanderers defender Clare Hunt has been rewarded for her consistently high-performance levels in the A-League Women with a call-up to the Australian national side for theContinue reading “Hunt rewarded by call up in latest Matildas squad”

Gustavsson: “I want it to mimic the group stage of the World Cup”

Ben Gilby reports on today’s announcement of the 2023 Cup of Nations where Australia, Spain, Czech Republic, and Jamaica (12/1/23) Above: Australia head coach Tony Gustavsson sees the carefully constructed Cup of Nations as a major part of his team’s World Cup preparations. Photo: Damien Briggs, supplied to Impetus by: Football Australia. Australia today announcedContinue reading “Gustavsson: “I want it to mimic the group stage of the World Cup””