"The dates for the inaugural Club World Cup were approved by the FIFA Council in December. The tournament is set to run in the middle of the English domestic calendar -- which will also impact several leagues across Europe including Spain, France and Germany. A spokesperson for the WSL said holding the tournament in January is "at best inconvenient, and at worst, catastrophic" for the domestic game in England, commercially and for player welfare."
"The WSL has formally written to FIFA to raise concerns with the tournament set to effect at least five WSL match rounds, possibly more due to time zones and travel. A spokesperson for the WSL said that the league do not feel they have been appropriately consulted over the timing of the tournament. Arsenal, as reigning Champions League winners will likely be involved. Based on coefficient rankings, at least one other WSL club may also be included, likely Chelsea,"
FIFA approved dates for the inaugural Women's Club World Cup running Jan. 5-30, 2028. The tournament falls in the middle of the English domestic calendar and will affect multiple European leagues. The WSL described a January window as "at best inconvenient, and at worst, catastrophic" for the domestic game, commercial income, and player welfare. The WSL has formally written to FIFA, warning the competition could impact at least five WSL match rounds, potentially more because of time zones and travel. Arsenal are likely to participate and at least one other WSL club may qualify. The calendar is further pressured by the 2027 World Cup and 2028 Olympics.
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