Liverpool FC Women: WSL Preview
Liverpool FC Women play their home games at the Wicked Stadium in St Helens. The club recently appointed former Manchester City head coach, Gareth Taylor as manager, with the immediate aim of securing their place in the Barclays Women’s Super League this season.
Liverpool have been re-establishing themselves as a competitive top-flight side after their back-to-back league titles in 2013 and 2014, followed by relegation in 2020. Since returning to the WSL in 2022, they targeted consistent mid-table finishes while strengthening the squad to push toward European qualification.
With a balanced squad that blends experienced leaders and emerging talents, Liverpool will target a top-half finish this season, as well as strong runs in both the Adobe Women’s FA Cup and the Women’s League Cup.
Summary of last season
In the 2024/25 season, Liverpool finished with seven wins, four draws, and eleven defeats in the league. Olivia Smith was the standout performer, scoring nine goals and earning the club's Player of the Season award. In her debut season in the English league, she certainly made her mark.
In February 2025, Matt Beard was dismissed as manager, with Amber Whiteley stepping in as interim boss. Their biggest highlight came in the FA Cup, where they knocked out Arsenal in the quarter-finals, before falling to Chelsea in the semi-finals.
The campaign also marked a change of home ground, as they moved to the St Helens Stadium at the start of the season. This was a venue chosen specifically for Liverpool women’s team, aiming to grow the fanbase and create a home away from home for the players.
Players to watch
Marie Höbinger is a creative midfield leader who dictated the tempo of Liverpool's play. Calm and composed in possession, she sets the rhythm for the team while posing a constant threat from set pieces. Her vision and ability to unlock defences make her one of the side's most influential figures.
Another player who brings pace, versatility, and a wealth of experience to the attack is Sam Kerr. The Scottish international spent last season on loan with Liverpool and has now signed a permanent deal. Her movement across the front line and ability to stretch defences should add a new dimension to the team going forward.
Mia Enderby is still a teenager but already making her mark on the women’s football stage. Enderby offers blistering pace and direct running. Her energy and willingness to take on defenders make her an exciting prospect eager to secure a regular starting role. With experience in the Under-23 England squad, she is a rising star in the game with a bright future ahead.
Predictions and ambitions for this season
Liverpool will aim to build on last season's seventh place finish by pushing into the top five. In attack, the goal-scoring burden is likely to be shared between new signing Kerr and young striker Cornelia Kapocs, with Enderby also expected to be in the mix. Höbinger is once again ripped to be the team's creative heartbeat and a strong contender for player of the season, while Enderby looks primed for a breakout campaign as young player of the season.
Taylor's philosophy is built on defensive solidity: a compact back line protected by a disciplined midfield that screens passing lanes and forces opponents wide. In possession, Liverpool look to strike quickly, winning the ball and attacking within two or three passes through pacey forwards, such as Enderby and Natasha Kacpers. Alongside this, they aim to control games with measured possession, drawing opponents out before exploiting space.
The club will be aiming for further progression in the FA Cup and a strong run in the League Cup, all while working towards their goal of establishing themselves as a consistent top-half club. With a lack of new signings and the loss of several key players, including Smith and defender Taylor Hinds to Arsenal, Taylor must work hard with his squad to develop a match-winning and ambitious team. Under a new manager, they cannot be written off and will embrace a new mentality.