By Catherine MacKenzie (12/05/2025) Above: Chelsea celebrate their sixth successsive title win. Photo: Chelsea FC Women. Now that yet another WSL season has come to an end, there is time to sit back and reflect on one of the world’s most exciting women’s leagues. Whilst Chelsea took home the title for a sixth consecutive year,Continue reading “Impetus’ WSL end of season awards”
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Arsenal clinch second after seven goal thriller
Arsenal 4–3 Manchester United Above: Arsenal celebrate their win. Photo: Arsenal Women on X. On the final day of the WSL season, Arsenal welcomed Manchester United to London. Despite being at opposite ends of the country, the two were neighbours in the table, both aiming to be league runners-up. For Impetus, Arsenal fan Ella McShaneContinue reading “Arsenal clinch second after seven goal thriller”
Brighton claim first ever win against Arsenal
Brighton & Hove Albion 4 – 2 Arsenal By Emily Wyatt (05/05/2025) Above: Brighton celebrate a big win. Photo: @BHAFCWomen on X. Brighton pounced on a low-on-confidence Arsenal to claim a historic first victory against the Gunners, beating them 4-2 at the Broadfield Stadium. In the opening moments of the game, Brighton put immediate pressureContinue reading “Brighton claim first ever win against Arsenal”
The Manchester derby: four goals and a red card
Manchester United 2 – 2 Manchester City Above: Manchester United celebrate. Photo: @ManUtdWomen on X. Manchester United welcomed their local rivals Manchester City to Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon in a vital match in the race to the top three of the Women’s Super League. In this collaboation between Impetus contributors, Manchester United fan CatherineContinue reading “The Manchester derby: four goals and a red card”
London City Lionesses v Birmingham City: battle for promotion
By Alyce Collett (03/05/2025) Above: The women’s Championship trophy. Photo: Durham City FC. This weekend sees the Barclays Women’s Championship season come to its conclusion, and its winner will be crowned on Sunday. In a fitting twist of fate, the two sides who can still win the title will play each other this weekend, withContinue reading “London City Lionesses v Birmingham City: battle for promotion”
Skinner: “We want to qualify for the Champions League”
By Catherine MacKenzie (02/05/2025) Above: United boss Marc Skinner. Photo: Martin Rickett / PA. A derby day in Manchester is always special. This Sunday, Manchester United face cross-city foes Manchester City at Old Trafford, a pivotal game in the race to finish in the top three of the Women’s Super League. United are currently fourContinue reading “Skinner: “We want to qualify for the Champions League””
What went wrong for Arsenal at Villa Park?
Aston Villa 5 – 2 Arsenal By Ella McShane (1/5/25) Above: Arsenal huddle after losing 5-2. Photo: Arsenal Women. With a win at Villa Park, Arsenal would have put pressure on Chelsea at the top of the Women’s Super League. Mere days after their blockbuster performance that knocked Olympique Lyonnais out of the champions league,Continue reading “What went wrong for Arsenal at Villa Park?”
Chelsea edge past Manchester United to win sixth consecutive title
Manchester United 0 – 1 Chelsea By Boh Blythin (30/4/25) Above: Chelsea celebrate their sixth successive league win. Photo: @ChelseaFCW on X. Ahead of the game, Arsenal lost to Aston Villa, meaning that Chelsea would be crowned champions with two games to spare if they avoided a loss to Manchester United. In a tight duelContinue reading “Chelsea edge past Manchester United to win sixth consecutive title”
Martinez shines as Hammers relegate Palace
Crystal Palace 1-7 West Ham United By Ella McShane (28/04/25) Above: The West Ham team that put seven past Crystal Palace. Photo: @westhamwomen on Twitter West Ham United dominate Crystal Palace in a season defining afternoon at Sutton United Football Club. An uncontrolled opening 15 minutes, made for a frustrating start for Crystal Palace andContinue reading “Martinez shines as Hammers relegate Palace “
Lauren Hemp powers City to crucial victory on injury return
Leicester City 0-1 Manchester City By Gethin Thurlow (27/4/2025) Above: Lauren Hemp proved to be the difference between the sides. Photo: Manchester City. Lauren Hemp returned from injury ruthlessly, producing the crucial assist as Manchester City beat Leicester to keep their Champions League qualification hopes alive. It was a momentous occasion for Manchester City, asContinue reading “Lauren Hemp powers City to crucial victory on injury return”
