"It was the toughest of tests as they made their bow in England's top flight, coming up against European champions Arsenal in front of 38,000 fans at Emirates Stadium on Saturday. But the independent club, not affiliated with a men's counterpart and backed by wealthy American owner Michele Kang, have sent a clear message that they aim to ruffle feathers in the WSL."
"London City Lionesses are the talk of the town. Founded in 2019 as a breakaway side from east London club Millwall Lionesses, they were Championship regulars when Kang bought the club and rapidly made clear her intent. Within six months, her investment resulted in Sweden international Kosovare Asllani joining as captain, while former Paris St-Germain manager Jocelyn Precheur took over as head coach."
London City Lionesses lost 4-1 to Arsenal but demonstrated ambition to challenge established WSL powers. The independent club, backed by Michele Kang, targets rapid progress rather than a decade-long project. Leadership emphasises disruption and competitiveness at the highest level. Kang’s early investment brought internationals such as Kosovare Asllani and led to hiring experienced coach Jocelyn Precheur. The club secured a new stadium arrangement at Hayes Lane and purchased Cobdown Park to develop an elite training centre. Promotion was achieved at the first attempt, followed by deadline-day signings and further recruitment to strengthen the squad for top-flight competition.
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