Kieran Yap
@kieranyap.bsky.social
Women’s football writer and deputy editor at Impetus Football.
Previous work can be found at The Women’s Game au, Kick360 and The Edge of the Crowd.
Movie nerd, cartoon addict.
Previous work can be found at The Women’s Game au, Kick360 and The Edge of the Crowd.
Movie nerd, cartoon addict.
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More than two-thirds of A-League Women players were in psychological distress last season, including experiencing disordered eating, alcohol misuse or disturbed sleep, per the PFA’s annual report.
Story with insights from Tameka Yallop and Dylan Holmes:
www.canberratimes.com.au/story/910969...
Story with insights from Tameka Yallop and Dylan Holmes:
www.canberratimes.com.au/story/910969...
'Distressing' toll on A-League Women players revealed
Matildas veteran Tameka Yallop believes the lack of stability and full-time professionalism in the league amplifies psychological distress...
www.canberratimes.com.au
November 12, 2025 at 9:05 AM
More than two-thirds of A-League Women players were in psychological distress last season, including experiencing disordered eating, alcohol misuse or disturbed sleep, per the PFA’s annual report.
Story with insights from Tameka Yallop and Dylan Holmes:
www.canberratimes.com.au/story/910969...
Story with insights from Tameka Yallop and Dylan Holmes:
www.canberratimes.com.au/story/910969...
Reposted by Kieran Yap
With a minimum salary of just $26500, 19% of A-League Women players saying their financial situation as not at all secure, with an additional 57% saying it is slightly secure in @thepfaaus.bsky.social 2024/25 A-League Women report.
November 12, 2025 at 2:46 AM
With a minimum salary of just $26500, 19% of A-League Women players saying their financial situation as not at all secure, with an additional 57% saying it is slightly secure in @thepfaaus.bsky.social 2024/25 A-League Women report.
I genuinely believe that the #ALW has far more commercial and sporting potential than the ALM.
The men’s has about as much chance of a return to the glory days as Ska music.
Almost all people who run the sport are only capable of seeing it through the lens of a men’s game foremost.
The men’s has about as much chance of a return to the glory days as Ska music.
Almost all people who run the sport are only capable of seeing it through the lens of a men’s game foremost.
a new #ALeagueWomen report released today has some shocking stats, including that over half the league experienced sport-related psychological distress in the 2024-25 season. the PFA is urgently requesting change as the league slips further behind.
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
A-League Women reaches ‘tipping point’ as scathing report highlights stagnation
With the World Cup halo truly faded, the domestic league is now the ‘least preferred’ competition for Australian players, according to a new report
www.theguardian.com
November 12, 2025 at 2:37 AM
I genuinely believe that the #ALW has far more commercial and sporting potential than the ALM.
The men’s has about as much chance of a return to the glory days as Ska music.
Almost all people who run the sport are only capable of seeing it through the lens of a men’s game foremost.
The men’s has about as much chance of a return to the glory days as Ska music.
Almost all people who run the sport are only capable of seeing it through the lens of a men’s game foremost.
Reposted by Kieran Yap
a new #ALeagueWomen report released today has some shocking stats, including that over half the league experienced sport-related psychological distress in the 2024-25 season. the PFA is urgently requesting change as the league slips further behind.
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
A-League Women reaches ‘tipping point’ as scathing report highlights stagnation
With the World Cup halo truly faded, the domestic league is now the ‘least preferred’ competition for Australian players, according to a new report
www.theguardian.com
November 11, 2025 at 9:47 PM
a new #ALeagueWomen report released today has some shocking stats, including that over half the league experienced sport-related psychological distress in the 2024-25 season. the PFA is urgently requesting change as the league slips further behind.
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
www.theguardian.com/football/202...
impetusfootball.org/2025/11/09/w...
It was American international Kennedy White that stole the show at Wanderers Football Park, scoring a hat-trick to power Melbourne Victory to a 4-1 win over Western Sydney Wanderers, their first of the 2025/26 season.
By @ejburke.bsky.social
It was American international Kennedy White that stole the show at Wanderers Football Park, scoring a hat-trick to power Melbourne Victory to a 4-1 win over Western Sydney Wanderers, their first of the 2025/26 season.
By @ejburke.bsky.social
White hat-trick ignites Melbourne’s Victory
Western Sydney Wanderers 1-4 Melbourne Victory by Emma Burke (9/11/25) Above: Melbourne Victory hat-trick hero Kennedy White (centre) celebrates earlier today. Photo: A-Leagues. It was American int…
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November 9, 2025 at 10:52 AM
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It was American international Kennedy White that stole the show at Wanderers Football Park, scoring a hat-trick to power Melbourne Victory to a 4-1 win over Western Sydney Wanderers, their first of the 2025/26 season.
By @ejburke.bsky.social
It was American international Kennedy White that stole the show at Wanderers Football Park, scoring a hat-trick to power Melbourne Victory to a 4-1 win over Western Sydney Wanderers, their first of the 2025/26 season.
By @ejburke.bsky.social
Kennedy White showing the value of a 9 who doesn’t wander out to the wings
November 9, 2025 at 6:10 AM
Kennedy White showing the value of a 9 who doesn’t wander out to the wings
She hasn’t played a game yet, but Victory’s midfield is really missing Taylor Ray
November 9, 2025 at 5:26 AM
She hasn’t played a game yet, but Victory’s midfield is really missing Taylor Ray
impetusfootball.org/2025/11/08/r...
For the first time ever in the almost 20 year history of the #ALeagueWomen, Adelaide United and Sydney FC have played out a draw, with neither side able to find the back of the net this afternoon.
Report by @allyc.bsky.social
For the first time ever in the almost 20 year history of the #ALeagueWomen, Adelaide United and Sydney FC have played out a draw, with neither side able to find the back of the net this afternoon.
Report by @allyc.bsky.social
Reds rue chances in historic draw
ADELAIDE UNITED 0 – 0 SYDNEY FC by Alyce Collett (8/11/25) Above: Mackenzie Hawkesby (left) and Dylan Holmes (right) battle it out. Photo: via A Leagues For the first time ever in the almost 20 yea…
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November 8, 2025 at 9:48 AM
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For the first time ever in the almost 20 year history of the #ALeagueWomen, Adelaide United and Sydney FC have played out a draw, with neither side able to find the back of the net this afternoon.
Report by @allyc.bsky.social
For the first time ever in the almost 20 year history of the #ALeagueWomen, Adelaide United and Sydney FC have played out a draw, with neither side able to find the back of the net this afternoon.
Report by @allyc.bsky.social
impetusfootball.org/2025/11/08/c...
Melbourne City have taken the points at ctrl:cyber Pitch this afternoon, in a heavyweight clash against Central Coast Mariners.
#ALeagueWomen match report by @wosoalice.bsky.social
Melbourne City have taken the points at ctrl:cyber Pitch this afternoon, in a heavyweight clash against Central Coast Mariners.
#ALeagueWomen match report by @wosoalice.bsky.social
City find redemption in Mariners thrashing
MELBOURNE CITY 4 – 0 CENTRAL COAST MARINERS by Alice de Koster-Kitto (8/11/25) Above: Holly McNamara (far left) celebrates after scoring against the Central Coast Mariners. Photo: via A Leagues Me…
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November 8, 2025 at 9:11 AM
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Melbourne City have taken the points at ctrl:cyber Pitch this afternoon, in a heavyweight clash against Central Coast Mariners.
#ALeagueWomen match report by @wosoalice.bsky.social
Melbourne City have taken the points at ctrl:cyber Pitch this afternoon, in a heavyweight clash against Central Coast Mariners.
#ALeagueWomen match report by @wosoalice.bsky.social
impetusfootball.org/2025/11/08/p...
Callum Logie reports on Wellington Phoenix vs Canberra United in the #ALeagueWomen
Callum Logie reports on Wellington Phoenix vs Canberra United in the #ALeagueWomen
Phoenix and Canberra play out intense draw
WELLINGTON PHEONIX 1 – CANBERRA UNITED 1 by Callum Logie (8/11/25) Above: Marisa van der Meer taking a shot for Wellington Phoenix Photo: via Wellington Phoenix Wellington’s ne…
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November 8, 2025 at 6:41 AM
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Callum Logie reports on Wellington Phoenix vs Canberra United in the #ALeagueWomen
Callum Logie reports on Wellington Phoenix vs Canberra United in the #ALeagueWomen
Shelby McMahon is kinda the real deal huh?
November 8, 2025 at 5:40 AM
Shelby McMahon is kinda the real deal huh?
Earning a penalty that would have been goal of the century should be eligible for an award.
This is an opinion I formed just this second
This is an opinion I formed just this second
Another look at the incredible Marta run that led to the penalty.
To do this in the 5th minute of stoppage time after playing a full 90 is insane.
🐐
To do this in the 5th minute of stoppage time after playing a full 90 is insane.
🐐
November 8, 2025 at 3:21 AM
Earning a penalty that would have been goal of the century should be eligible for an award.
This is an opinion I formed just this second
This is an opinion I formed just this second
That’s Aulicino’s goal, but hate to see a defender swing and completely miss at a ball
November 8, 2025 at 3:20 AM
That’s Aulicino’s goal, but hate to see a defender swing and completely miss at a ball
That’s calm goalkeeping from Sally James
November 8, 2025 at 3:14 AM
That’s calm goalkeeping from Sally James
R2 of the #ALeagueWomen
Early days, but it’s fair to say Brisbane’s overseas recruitment is much better than last season’s
Report of Perth Glory vs Brisbane Roar by @issywoso.bsky.social
impetusfootball.org/2025/11/07/j...
Early days, but it’s fair to say Brisbane’s overseas recruitment is much better than last season’s
Report of Perth Glory vs Brisbane Roar by @issywoso.bsky.social
impetusfootball.org/2025/11/07/j...
Jansen Brace Secures Roar Win Over Glory
Perth Glory 2 – 3 Brisbane Roar by Isabelle Campbell (7/11/25) Above: Bente Jansen (centre) celebrates with her Brisbane Roar team mates after scoring one of her two goals against Perth Glory…
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November 7, 2025 at 11:03 PM
R2 of the #ALeagueWomen
Early days, but it’s fair to say Brisbane’s overseas recruitment is much better than last season’s
Report of Perth Glory vs Brisbane Roar by @issywoso.bsky.social
impetusfootball.org/2025/11/07/j...
Early days, but it’s fair to say Brisbane’s overseas recruitment is much better than last season’s
Report of Perth Glory vs Brisbane Roar by @issywoso.bsky.social
impetusfootball.org/2025/11/07/j...
That’s from Spider-Man.
It’s a cheesy line in the movie, but actually rules in real life
It’s a cheesy line in the movie, but actually rules in real life
addressing trump:
"to get to any of us, you will have to get through all of us."
"to get to any of us, you will have to get through all of us."
November 5, 2025 at 4:43 AM
That’s from Spider-Man.
It’s a cheesy line in the movie, but actually rules in real life
It’s a cheesy line in the movie, but actually rules in real life
It’s out now and finally finished (so I maybe finally sleep again)
Would love to hear any feedback from
Anyone who’s played it
Would love to hear any feedback from
Anyone who’s played it
November 5, 2025 at 4:40 AM
It’s out now and finally finished (so I maybe finally sleep again)
Would love to hear any feedback from
Anyone who’s played it
Would love to hear any feedback from
Anyone who’s played it
I think @tonymartin.bsky.social should sue somebody
November 4, 2025 at 2:40 AM
I think @tonymartin.bsky.social should sue somebody
The way things should be
Sasha Grove POTM
November 2, 2025 at 7:37 AM
The way things should be
Newcastle Jets look a lot better with a goalkeeper who’s not a psychopath
November 2, 2025 at 6:55 AM
Newcastle Jets look a lot better with a goalkeeper who’s not a psychopath
Match reports for #ALeagueWomen R1
impetusfootball.org/2025/11/01/c...
@ejburke.bsky.social reports on Sydney FC’s draw at home against Melbourne City
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@ejburke.bsky.social reports on Sydney FC’s draw at home against Melbourne City
City rescue draw from jaws of defeat twice over
SYDNEY FC 2 – MELBOURNE CITY 2 by Emma Burke (1/11/25) Above: Leticia McKenna (dark uniform) and Sarah Hunter (light blue uniform) battle for the ball at Leichardt Oval yesterday. Photo: via …
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November 1, 2025 at 11:03 PM
Match reports for #ALeagueWomen R1
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@ejburke.bsky.social reports on Sydney FC’s draw at home against Melbourne City
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@ejburke.bsky.social reports on Sydney FC’s draw at home against Melbourne City
impetusfootball.org/2025/10/31/j...
Perth Glory began their #ALW campaign with an entertaining win away against Western Sydney Wanderers.
Ben Gilby with the match report
Perth Glory began their #ALW campaign with an entertaining win away against Western Sydney Wanderers.
Ben Gilby with the match report
Johnston shines as Perth end long wait for away win
Western Sydney Wanderers 1-3 Perth Glory by Ben Gilby (31/10/25) Above: Rola Badawiya (right) celebrates with Grace Johnston after scoring Perth Glory’s second goal tonight. Photo: Perth Glor…
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October 31, 2025 at 8:28 PM
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Perth Glory began their #ALW campaign with an entertaining win away against Western Sydney Wanderers.
Ben Gilby with the match report
Perth Glory began their #ALW campaign with an entertaining win away against Western Sydney Wanderers.
Ben Gilby with the match report
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Be like Lou and come to The W Club on Saturday to watch Captain Kayla (aka #AussieKayla) score a header as we win 1-0.
TWO DAYS UNTIL THE DUB!!!!
THREE DAYS UNTIL WE GET TO SEE CAPTAIN KAYLA IN ACTION AGAIN!!!!!
I better see y'all at the W club to watch the game 👀👀👀
THREE DAYS UNTIL WE GET TO SEE CAPTAIN KAYLA IN ACTION AGAIN!!!!!
I better see y'all at the W club to watch the game 👀👀👀
Enough of that, it's almost Dub time!
October 29, 2025 at 2:26 AM
Be like Lou and come to The W Club on Saturday to watch Captain Kayla (aka #AussieKayla) score a header as we win 1-0.
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Only 1 sleep to go. 1 is the number of goals Holly Furphy scored against Sydney last season, which is more than Sydney scored against us in 180 minutes of football.
See you at The W Club tomorrow from 4 pm.
See you at The W Club tomorrow from 4 pm.
October 31, 2025 at 2:10 AM
Only 1 sleep to go. 1 is the number of goals Holly Furphy scored against Sydney last season, which is more than Sydney scored against us in 180 minutes of football.
See you at The W Club tomorrow from 4 pm.
See you at The W Club tomorrow from 4 pm.