This is the largest WSL season to date, with the competition growing from 12 clubs to 14 following the promotion of three teams from WSL 2. However, it remains unclear whether the expansion has improved the league’s overall quality. Crystal Palace have adapted best among the promoted clubs. They have collected six points from five […]
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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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West Ham secured their first Women’s Super League victory of the campaign by beating London City Lionesses 2-1 at home. Kelly Gago opened the scoring in the 21st minute, bursting between centre-backs Mapi León and Isa Kardinaal to collect Seraina Piubel’s pass from close to the halfway line before rounding London City goalkeeper Elene Lete. […]
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FLAWLESS OPENING RUN GOES ON While browsing social media for Monday’s talking points, attention was drawn to the mockery aimed at a large group of black-clad men, many wearing balaclavas. Known as the Ashburton Army, the group was created to generate a livelier matchday atmosphere around the Emirates Stadium. Their attempt to imitate continental ultra […]
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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 […]
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