Ellen White and Ben Haines return alongside former England star and Brighton midfielder Fran Kirby. The trio reflect on England’s 3-1 win over Greece in the opening leg of their World Cup play-off semi-final. They discuss the impact of the debutants, Maya Le Tissier’s strong display at right-back, and whether the Lionesses need to be […]
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Michele Kang says London City Lionesses’ proposed training complex will raise the bar for women’s football and offer better facilities than those available to most men’s Premier League teams. During the summer, Kang made a major investment in strengthening the Women’s Super League squad, including the arrival of two-time Ballon d’Or winner Alexia Putellas. Kang […]
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London City Lionesses defender Jana Fernandez has agreed to a contract extension that will keep her with the club through 2029. The 24-year-old has established herself as an important member of Eder Maestre’s squad since arriving from Barcelona last year. Fernandez featured in every Women’s Super League fixture during London City’s first top-flight season, helping […]
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Ben and Ellen are joined by football journalist Tom Garry to discuss the return of the WSL. With kick-off schedules changing this season, they consider the best match times for women’s football supporters. They also examine whether Sunday evening fixtures are a good choice and which audiences they are designed to attract. Elsewhere, London City […]
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Earps spent two seasons with PSG, making 22 Premiere Ligue appearances during her final campaign. She departed United to pursue Champions League competition and trophies, while the move also gave her some time away from the intense attention she received in England. Interest in her increased once more after her book was published last year, […]
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Kang added: “Many others also have confidence in the growth of women’s football. This was a carefully considered investment rather than a charitable contribution. They share our vision, and together we will provide the resources needed to develop the game and shape its future.” Every Women’s Super League club except London City has the same […]
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Writers’ projected finish: 4th (Note: this ranking reflects the average selection from the panel rather than Suzanne Wrack’s individual forecast) Previous season’s finish: 6th Outlook Predicting how London City will perform this season, or where they might end up in the table, is extremely difficult. Owner Michele Kang has recruited eight players as part of […]
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Ben Haines hits the road once again, travelling to Kent for the London City Lionesses’ media day. New arrival Mary Earps speaks to Ben about returning to the WSL and dealing with challenges throughout her career. Head coach Eder Maestre explains the club’s culture and style of play, as well as why he sees Alexia […]
Continue ReadingLondon City Lionesses have landed French striker Kadidiatou Diani on a three-year contract in a deal valued at over £500,000. The 31-year-old revealed her exit from continental powerhouse Lyon on Monday, despite still having twelve months left on her existing agreement. London City had been in deep negotiations for a number of weeks and, though […]
Continue ReadingKosovare Asllani, the captain of London City Lionesses, is expected to agree to a one-year renewal of her contract even though she sustained a severe injury. In March, the club announced that the Swedish national team player had incurred a “complex multi-ligament injury” which involved a torn anterior cruciate ligament. The 36-year-old is set to […]
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