The Foxes bolster squad depth with leadership and attacking prowess
Leicester City FC Women are currently in 9th place in the Barclays Women’s Super League table with only nine points on the table, as the second half of the 2025/26 season is underway.
With five new faces joining the Foxes already this January, it is clear the club are ambitious to invest in the women’s side and push up the table.
Already this season, there is evidence of a lack of squad depth, alongside gaps within passages of play along the flanks and something missing in the final third. However, these new signings could be the resolution to Rick Passmoor’s problems as head coach.
Sørensen previews Brighton in the WSL following FA Cup dominance
Everton manager Brian Sørensen spoke to the media ahead of the Toffees’ Barclays Women’s Super League fixture against Brighton and Hove Albion on Friday evening.
The Toffees take on the Seagulls at Goodison Park under the lights: a fixture set to entertain with expected goals and tight margins.
He outlined squad updates and team mentality, alongside discussing Everton’s performance against Brighton, and what he expects from the players as the season continues.
The long-term health of retired female football players
As participation in elite women’s football continues to expand globally, increasing attention is being directed toward the long-term health outcomes of retired female players. While football offers substantial physical, psychological, and social benefits, evidence indicates that retired female footballers face a distinct set of long-term health challenges.
These include musculoskeletal disorders, neurocognitive risks, mental health concerns, and reproductive health issues, many of which may manifest earlier or more severely than in the general population or compared with male players.
Understanding these outcomes is essential for developing effective prevention strategies, gender-specific care models, and post-retirement support systems.
Breaking barriers: Bunny Shaw’s rise in women’s football
Khadija “Bunny” Shaw is not just redefining what success looks like for Jamaican or black women in football, she's showing that talent, determination, and belief can take you anywhere.
The Manchester City forward is in the prime of her career, clinical in front of goal and driving City towards silverware at the end of the season. However, she plays more than the role of just a footballer; she is role model and example to the next generations of aspiring young, black footballers.
Her journey is proof that representation matters and that the next generation of young girls from Kingston to London can dream even bigger because of her.
Gaupset orchestrates Spurs’ passage into the hat for the next round
Tottenham Hotspur Women secured their place in the fifth round of the Adobe Women’s FA Cup with a 3-0 victory over Leicester City Women at Brisbane Road on Sunday afternoon, played in front of an attendance of 1,062.
In a contest that was competitive in its early stages, Signe Gaupset proved decisive, producing two moments of quality that swung the tie firmly in Spurs’ favour. Goals from captain Bethany England, Drew Spence and Lenna Gunning-Williams ensured a comfortable passage into the next round for Martin Ho’s side.
The evolution of language and tone in media coverage of women’s football
The language and tone used in media coverage of women’s football have undergone a marked transformation over recent decades. Historically characterised by sexualisation, trivialisation, and condescension, contemporary reporting increasingly adopts a professional, performance-focused approach.
This shift reflects the sport’s growing prominence, professionalisation. And success on the international stage, particularly during major tournaments, such as the FIFA Women’s World Cup and the UEFA Women’s EUROs.
Gareth Taylor on ambitions, squad fitness and aims in attack ahead of London Bees
Liverpool head coach Gareth Taylor, spoke to the media at the AXA Melwood Training Facility on January 16, ahead of his side’s Adobe Women’s FA Cup Fourth Round tie against London Bees on January 18.
With Liverpool currently sitting bottom of the Barclays Women’s Super League table, Taylor emphasised the importance of using the FA Cup as an opportunity to build confidence, rhythm, and clarity in performances, while remaining realistic about the challenges ahead.
Aria Heil prepares to face Liverpool in historic FA Cup clash with London Bees
Tier 4 side London Bees face Barclays Women's Super League side, Liverpool FC this Sunday in a historic fourth round proper of the Adobe Women’s FA Cup.
Defender, Aria Heil shared her thoughts on the match ahead, focusing on preparations and mentality for one of the club’s biggest ever cup ties.
Sensational South Coast derby victory for the Saints keeps Hampshire red
A club record league attendance of 7,561 are under the lights at St. Mary’s for a highly anticipated South Coast Derby in the Barclays Women’s Super League 2 - the first league match of 2026.
The previous meeting between these two finished in a 5-2 victory for the Saints, painting Hampshire red.
The hosts are looking to climb up the table, starting the day in 7th with 15 points. Portsmouth come into this hoping to get back to winning ways, having taken only 1 point from their last 3 fixtures in the league.
London set to host first-ever Women’s Champions Cup in February
FIFA has expanded its competitive portfolio by taking the first-ever Women’s Champions Cup to London.
The competition will be held at the Gtech Community Stadium, home of Brentford FC, for the semi-finals and at the Emirates (referred to as the Arsenal Stadium for the contest) for the third-place play-off and the final.
Gaupset shines on debut as Spurs see out the Foxes to push into fourth
Tottenham Hotspur Women moved to fourth in the Barclays Women’s Super League table following their narrow win over Leicester City Women at Brisbane Road on Sunday.
A harsh own goal from the Foxes settled the outcome, giving the Lilywhites the decisive advantage.
It was a slow start, with both teams trying to find a breakthrough. There were moments of magic, with new signing, Signe Gaupset pushing forward and captain, Bethany England linking up in the final third.
A new era dawns upon Spurs as Ho previews 2026 opener
Tottenham Hotspur Women hope to start the New Year with three points against Leicester City as they continue to push for a top three finish.
Martin Ho addressed the media ahead of this fixture to kick start the second half of the 2025/26 season in the Barclays Women’s Super League.
Sørensen urges focus on performance ahead of Manchester City
Brian Sørensen has stressed the importance of Everton Women concentrating on their own performance levels as the Toffees prepare to face Barclays Women’s Super League leaders, Manchester City this weekend.
Everton begin their 2026 campaign with a challenging trip to the Joie Stadium, where they will face Andrée Jegerletz’s in-form City side in a 12:00 GMT kick-off on Sunday, January 11th.
Speaking at his pre-match press conference on Friday, Sørensen provided an update on squad availability, discussed the January transfer window, and outlined what his team must do to compete against the league leaders.
Andrée Jegerletz previews Everton with emphasis on regaining momentum
Returning from their winter break , Manchester City prepare to take on Everton. City start the New Year top-of-the0table in the Barclays Women’s Super League with six points clear, while the Toffees remain in tenth place.
This fixture takes place at 11:55 BST at Manchester City's home, the Joie Stadium. Both teams are eager to start the year off on the right foot and add another three points to their name.
This is the third time the teams face each other this season, as they previously met in both the WSL and the Subway Women’s League Cup. Although Everton have managed to score in every game against the Blues, Manchester City secured all three points in both games.
Eder Maestre emphasises humility and ambition ahead of first WSL clash
London City Lionesses head coach, Eder Maestre has called for a balance of humility and ambition as his side prepare to face Liverpool Women on Sunday, 11th January, in his first match in charge of the club.
Despite Liverpool currently sitting at the bottom of the league and yet to secure a win this season, Maestre was quick to dismiss any suggestion of complacency, stressing the importance of respecting their performances against top opposition.
December WSL roundup: Manchester City extend lead, while Liverpool remain twelfth place
Heading into 2026, Manchester City lead the Barclays Women’s Super League with a six-point advantage. Following an end to Chelsea’s unbeaten run in the WSL under Sonia Bompastor, Andrée Jegerletz captured this opportunity to extend City’s lead.
Regarding the fight for UEFA Women’s Champions League qualifying spots, there is no clear answer to whether it will be Arsenal, Manchester United, or Tottenham Hotspur who finish in the top four.
However, both Liverpool and West Ham United are still struggling to get off the mark in the league. Both clubs look to fear the relegation battle, with the January transfer window proving vital to their survival in the top-flight.
Gareth Taylor sets out WSL survival plan during “busy” transfer window
Gareth Taylor addressed the media this afternoon surrounding Liverpool FC Women’s Barclays Women’s Super League return on Sunday against London City Lionesses.
Firstly, addressing the winter break and the different challenges that can bring, Taylor discussed how he assessed the first half of the season over the break.
Ashleigh Neville leaves behind a legacy as “an icon, a leader, and a true fan favourite” at Spurs
Tottenham Hotspur announce the departure of longest-serving squad member, Ashleigh Neville. The fullback will join Leicester City on a permanent deal, opening the door to a new chapter in her career.
From promotion to the WSL, to reaching the Adobe Women’s FA Cup final for the first time in Spurs’ history, Neville has experienced it all. There is no doubt she shaped the history of Tottenham Hotspur Women, playing a pivotal role in the success and ambition of the club.
One of Europe’s brightest young talents signs long-term deal with Arsenal
Arsenal FC Women have confirmed the signing of highly rated Swedish right-back, SmillaHolmberg from Hammarby IF, with the 19-year-old putting pen to paper on a long-term contract.
Holmberg will wear the number 31 shirt and makes her first move abroad after progressing through Hammarby’s academy.
Dream start for Liverpool’s number eleven sparks WSL survival hopes
Beata Olsson is a fresh addition to the Liverpool FC women’s side for the 2025/26 season. The striker has certainly made her mark on the ever-competitive Barclays Women’s Super League and become an impactful player on one of the biggest stages in women’s football through joining the league.
Olssons’s simple football means that she is ever unpredictable to defenders as her style of play doesn’t require flashy skills or frequent long range goals, her ability to create impact on a scoreline comes from the subtleties of timing, positioning, and anticipation and shows her understanding of tempo and rhythm in game, this is something that she has adapted and picked up from her time playing across different countries and leagues before making her move to the WSL in September.