#womens-super-league

#womens-super-league

"It's a real disappointment. I owe a lot to Blackburn and it was a great club. I have some friends from there now at different clubs, and we're shocked you don't expect this would happen any more."

"Expanding this trial for the new campaign, encompassing our Barclays WSL teams and additional Barclays WSL2 clubs too, is part of our strategy to offer a best-in-class experience for our fans attending matches."

Many of the biggest clubs in the Women's Super League have joined a trial that will allow supporters to drink alcohol in the stands during the 2025-26 season. This follows a previous trial in lower leagues that demonstrated strong support from fans, with 66% of 51,000 spectators in favor. Holly Murdoch, the WSL Football COO, indicated that this initiative is part of a strategy to enhance the matchday experience, with no reported safety issues or changes in fan behavior during the trial.

"I think they are a very ambitious club and, speaking to everyone, the goal is to get promoted and push women's football in the north east. I want to be part of that."

Arsenal have had a world record bid in excess of 1m accepted by Women's Super League rivals Liverpool for forward Olivia Smith.

"This is a full-circle moment for me and I'm grateful to come back to a place I called home when I was younger," said Hinds.

Manchester City Denmark boss Andree Jeglertz will take over as Manchester City head coach after Euro 2025. The 53-year-old Swede has signed a deal running until 2029.

Katoto's signing enhances OL Lyonnes' offense while depleting PSG's strength, making Lyon's attack arguably the most formidable in women's football.

The expansion of the Women's Super League to 14 teams aims to create a more competitive environment, allowing clubs greater flexibility in losing matches without detrimental effects on their title ambitions.

The summer 2025 transfer window will feature an unusual split, with an early window starting on June 1 before reopening later in June for the main period.

It's amazing. I think just playing here is great and to finish it off with the trophy, you know, the best thing you can ask for.

"When you're announcing your first squad, nothing is ever straightforward, but when I started watching games and seeing the experience, the decision-making that she'll bring to this team, it was an easy decision after that."

"While we didn't get the outcome we hoped for, I'm proud of the work we've done together," Smerud said.

Arsenal had 25 shots and 12 on target but struggled against Brighton's clinical finishing, marking their second consecutive heavy WSL defeat.