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Chelsea aim to pick up vital points against Liverpool in WSL clash
Chelsea host Liverpool on Sunday at midday, with both sides looking to pick up some crucial points. For Chelsea, a win is vital to keep their slim title hopes alive and strengthen their push for Champions League qualification. Meanwhile, Liverpool will be targeting three points to extend their gap over the relegation zone, with the battle at the bottom currently tighter than the title race itself. 📸via chelseafc.com Both sides' recent form The home side come into this fixtu

Maddie Walker
Feb 142 min read


Manchester United prepare to take on newly promoted side London City Lionesses for the second time this season
This Sunday (15 th February) Manchester United take on London City Lionesses at Leigh Sports Village, with a kick off scheduled for 12pm. In the reverse fixture, Man United delivered a dominant 5-1 victory setting the tone early when Maya Le Tissier converted a penalty just three minutes into the match. Goals continued to flow throughout the game with the Lionesses struggling to match United’s tempo. Jess Park capped off the performance securing a late goal on her first WSL
Poppy Stapley
Feb 142 min read


Leicester City travel to Manchester to face league leaders Manchester City
Manchester City host Leicester City on Sunday 13th February at Joie Stadium. 📸via lcfc.com Overview Manchester City face Leicester City in the WSL, with City looking to maintain momentum as they continue their push at the top end of the table. The fixture offers City an opportunity to asset control against a side they will expect to dominate, testing their ability to break down organised opposition through sustained pressure, positional discipline and efficient use of posses

Aimee
Feb 133 min read


WSL - HerWayToGlory Player of the Week: Olivia Smith
This week Olivia Smith has been named the HerWayToGlory WSL Player of the week after an outstanding performance for Arsenal. 📸via goal.com Olivia Smith is a 21-year-old forward for Arsenal and Canada. Performance Highlights Olivia Smith had an outstanding performance for Arsenal, scoring the only goal of the game. She also completed 84 minutes. Quote/Insight "I'm super excited and happy. We worked really hard for this. We knew we had to be at our best to win today." - said O

Aimee
Feb 131 min read


Wolves submit their application for promotion to the WSL2 next season
Wolves women have confirmed that all details have been submitted for if they secure promotion to WSL2. This comes a season after the club decided not to apply for the licensing. 📸via photographybyevie__ [IG] Once this had happened, the club then said that they will apply for the licensing on an annual basis to avoid another situation like this. The club also confirmed that they have a plan to have an independent board just for the women’s team. The robust application process

Kady O'Connor Lowe
Feb 122 min read


Arsenal take 4 goal advantage back to North London after a 4-0 victory against OH-Leuven
The last champions league fixture these two teams played was against each other back in December 2025, the game ended in a 3-0 win to Arsenal. 📸via bbc.com Both sides have recently been playing well in their leagues, in their last two WSL matches Arsenal beat Chelsea 2-0 away and then they beat Manchester City who sit comfortably at the top of the table 1-0 at home. Arsenal also won the Champions Cup between those two WSL Games. OH Leuven currently sit at the top of the sup
Evie Hewitt
Feb 124 min read


Chelsea get back to winning ways against Tottenham Hotspur in a 2-0 win
Despite continuous pressure and determination from the home side, Chelsea earned a solid 2-0 win, putting in a strong team performance to take all 3 points, to keep their hopes of finishing in the top three. 📸via chelseafc.com Tottenham Hotspur Squad: Manager: Martin Ho Formation: 4-4-2 Starting XI: Lize Kop, Hanna Wijk, Toko Koga, Clare Hunt, Amanda Nilden, Matilda Vinberg, Evellina Summanen, Signe Gaupset, Julie Blakstad, Olivia Holdt, Bethany England Chelsea Squad: Manag
Sophie Granger
Feb 92 min read


Liverpool Dominate from Start to Finish as Reds Thump Aston Villa 4-1
@ Today, Liverpool took on Aston Villa at the St Helens Stadium with the game ending 4-1. It was a commanding game with Liverpool having plenty of attacking quality, firm control and creating endless chances. Here's a whole rundown on what happened… Starting XI’s: Liverpool - J.Falk, G.Fisk ©, R.Shimizu, D.O’sullivan, C.Kapocs, F.Nagano, M.Enderby, J.Clark, C.Holland, A.Bernabe, M.Thomas Aston Villa - S.D’angelo, A.Patten ©, O.Jean-Francois, M.Hijikata, L.Parker, E.Salmon, G.

Ella Grace
Feb 84 min read


Tottenham vs Chelsea: Another London Derby with Everything on the Line
This Sunday (8th February) Tottenham Hotspur take on Chelsea at 2.25pm at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Last time these two faced each other Chelsea took the 1-0 win after a goal in the 61’ minute from Kiera Walsh. Tottenham are only one point behind Chelsea in the WSL so this would be a crucial win for both teams. Chelsea will be hoping not to fall any further down the table as they slowly watch the title slip away from them. Chelsea last played Manchester City in the WSL
Evie Hewitt
Feb 72 min read


All Eyes on North London as Manchester City prepare to take on Arsenal
Manchester City vs Arsenal - Match Preview / Press Conference. Arsenal host Manchester City on Sunday 8 February at Emirates Stadium. Overview Manchester City face Arsenal in the WSL, with City aiming to extend their lead at the top of the table. City will view the fixture as a significant benchmark against one of the WSL's most established sides using the contest to gauge their evolution under pressure and their ability to compete with elite opposition, where cohesion, contr

Aimee
Feb 73 min read


West Ham prepare to host Brighton in WSL clash
West Ham host Brighton at 12pm on Sunday 8 th February with hopes of stretching away from the relegation zone of which they currently sit only one point above. The match will be broadcasted on Sky Sports+ as well was the WSL YouTube account for fans to watch. 📸via brightonandhovealbion.com Form analysis: The home team come into this fixture with only two wins from their last five, the same form as the away team, Brighton. West Ham’s most recent loss came against Tottenham

Maddie Walker
Feb 72 min read


Jessie Gale sets the standard with a run of standout performances
Jessie Gale is a 19-year-old professional footballer who is currently on loan at Bristol City from Arsenal. WSL to WSL2, Gale is showing exactly why she should gain a spot in that starting eleven. 📸bcfc.co.uk Jessie Gale - Career path Gale kicked off her career at Charlton Athletic U21 to Arsenal U21, finally making the first team in the 2025/26 season. She signed her first professional contract in July 2025, however she has still not made an appearance for the club's senior
Poppy Olivia
Feb 52 min read


"We prepare with hopes to win" Eder Maestre's thoughts ahead of Brighton clash
London City Lionesses manager Eder Maestre spoke to the media yesterday ahead of their fixture on Sunday against Brighton. Eder Maestre’s thoughts on Brighton. ‘Brighton I think is a really good team in position, they can change the shape with the defence and attack. They have very talented players in the midfield and in that winger and striker position, so in terms of position they are very dangerous.’ Eder also followed by stating how Brighton are a ‘ well managed team’. Th
Sophie Granger
Feb 12 min read


West Ham gear up for London derby as they take on Tottenham Hotspur
On Sunday February first, West Ham, currently 11th in the table, fighting against relegation and Spurs, currently 5th in the table, will face each other in the BWSL. The match will kick off at 12:55 pm CET at Chigwell Construction Stadium. In the past few years when the teams faced each other multiple times, West Ham won 2 times and Spurs won 4 times, none of the matches ended in a draw. 📸via tottenhamhotspur.com If we zoom in on West Ham, number 11 in the BWSL table, they’

Maud
Jan 311 min read


Brighton set to host promoted side, London City Lionesses
On Sunday February 1st, Brighton and London City Lionesses will face each other for the second time in their history. The match will kick off on Sunday February 1st at 11:15 am GMT in the Broadfield Stadium. The last time Brighton and London City faced each other, Brighton won 0-1. If we take a look at the BWSL standings, London City is only one point behind Brighton. 📸via brightonandhovealbion.com If we take a look at Brighton, we see they’re standing sixth in the BWSL. In

Maud
Jan 311 min read


The WSL leaders, Manchester City, set to take on current league holders, Chelsea
Manchester City host Chelsea on Sunday 1st February at the Etihad Stadium. Overview Manchester City face Chelsea in the WSL, with City aiming to extend their lead at the top of the table. City will view the fixture as a key opportunity to measure themselves against one of the league's dominant forces and to assess their progress against elite opposition, where confidence and belief can be built as much through performance as result. Chelsea, meanwhile, will be intent on asser

Aimee
Jan 312 min read


WSL - HerWayToGlory Player of the Week: Beth Mead
This week Beth Mead has been named the HerWayToGlory's WSL Player of the Week after an outstanding performance for Arsenal. 📸via arsenal.com Beth Mead is a 30-year-old forward for Arsenal and England. Performance Highlights: Beth Mead had an outstanding performance for Arsenal getting 1 goal and 1 assist. She also completed 69 minutes. Quote/Insight: "It was obviously a fun game to play in for us. I thought we came out, especially the second half, really well. We know how cl

Aimee
Jan 281 min read


“They are the best team in the league, but we’re up for a fight.” - Eder Maestre outlines London City's vision
Eder Maestre provided a comprehensive and considered assessment of his team’s current position, ongoing development, and long term ambitions. Approachable and thoughtful throughout the conversation, Maestre spoke with openness and clarity, offering valuable insight into both the immediate challenges facing the squad and the broader direction in which he aims to take the club. Maestre began by reflecting on recent performances, acknowledging that while results have not always
Mary Powderly
Jan 243 min read


London City Lionesses prepare to host league leaders, Manchester City
London City Lionesses host Manchester City on Sunday 25th, 2026 at Copperjax Community Stadium. 📸via mancity.com Overview London City Lionesses host Manchester City in an intriguing WSL encounter, with both sides looking to make a statement at this stage of the campaign. London City Lionesses will be eager to test themselves against elite opposition, aiming to showcase their identity, organisation and ambition as they continue to establish themselves at the top level. Manche

Aimee
Jan 243 min read


Former West Ham defender Tysiak set for Bundesliga debut as Union Berlin's ambition takes shape
Just one week after leaving West Ham United, Belgian international Amber Tysiak could make her Bundesliga debut tonight at the Alte Försterei. The 25-year-old centre-back joined Union Berlin for a reported £150,000 — the latest statement of intent from a club that turned professional just two years ago and is now competing in Germany's top flight. From professionalisation to Bundesliga: Union's two-year rise Union Berlin's women's team went professional in 2023. Two years lat
Qianru Zhang
Jan 232 min read
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