Women's football
The WSL, the Lionesses, the Champions League women's, the World Cup, the Euros, the Nations League. Treated as the main event, not a sideline.
Leanne Ross Targets World Cup Dream as Scotland Face Czech Republic
Scotland assistant coach Leanne Ross says reaching Brazil 2027 would be a proud moment after never experiencing a World Cup as a player during her 133-cap career.
By Marcus Hopkins · 7 Oct 2026Women's FootballCarla Ward Focused on World Cup Despite Aston Villa Links
Republic of Ireland manager Carla Ward insists nothing will distract her from guiding the squad to the 2026 Women's World Cup in Brazil.
By Priya Patel · 7 Oct 2026Women's FootballCarla Ward Dismisses WSL Speculation Ahead of Ireland World Cup Push
Republic of Ireland manager Carla Ward insists she is fully focused on securing a Women's World Cup 2026 berth despite links to a return to club management.
By Priya Patel · 7 Oct 2026Women's FootballArsenal and Chelsea face month-long WSL absence for Club World Cup
The 2027-28 Women's Super League season faces serious fixture congestion as Arsenal and Chelsea prepare to miss up to four match rounds for January's Club World Cup.
By Priya Patel · 7 Oct 2026Women's FootballCan Man City handle WSL title defence and Champions League?
Manchester City are unbeaten in both the WSL and Women's Champions League, but history suggests the dual challenge will test Andree Jeglertz's squad to its limits.
By Sarah Akande · 7 Oct 2026Women's FootballMayzee Davies driven by Euro 2025 heartbreak ahead of Wales World Cup play-offs
Wales defender Mayzee Davies says a 13-month ACL recovery has sharpened her hunger to reach the 2027 Women's World Cup with Wales.
By Priya Patel · 6 Oct 2026Women's FootballMayzee Davies fuelled by Euros heartbreak ahead of Wales World Cup play-offs
Manchester City defender Mayzee Davies says a 13-month ACL recovery has sharpened her hunger to reach the 2027 Women's World Cup with Wales.
By Priya Patel · 6 Oct 2026Women's FootballMayzee Davies fuelled by Euro 2025 heartbreak in Wales World Cup bid
Manchester City defender Mayzee Davies says a 13-month ACL recovery has sharpened her hunger ahead of Wales' World Cup play-off semi-final against Albania.
By Priya Patel · 6 Oct 2026Women's FootballAre Arsenal Women Too Nice to Win the WSL Title?
Arsenal sit 10 points adrift of the Women's Super League leaders after a 4-2 defeat at Manchester City, prompting a 'big review' and questions about their mentality.
By Sarah Akande · 6 Oct 2026Women's FootballMarie-Louise Eta: Union Berlin's history-maker on her own terms
Marie-Louise Eta became the first woman to manage a men's top-flight side in Europe's big five leagues — and she wants to be judged purely on her work.
By Marcus Hopkins · 6 Oct 2026Women's FootballManchester City Stay Unbeaten as Arsenal's WSL Woes Deepen
Manchester City beat Arsenal to remain unbeaten in the WSL, while Reneé Slegers's side languish in 10th place and pressure on the manager grows.
By Sarah Akande · 6 Oct 2026Women's FootballMary Fowler Misses Matildas Friendlies Due to Personal Circumstances
Manchester City attacker Mary Fowler has been ruled out of Australia's October friendlies against Germany and Haiti, with Charlton's Leah Davidson called up.
By Sarah Akande · 6 Oct 2026Women's FootballWSL Matchweek Five: Every Goal from the 2026-27 Season
Matchweek five of the Women's Super League 2026-27 season delivered another round of goals, with Arsenal Women and Manchester City Women among the clubs in action.
By Priya Patel · 5 Oct 2026Women's FootballMan City Beat Arsenal 4-2 in WSL Thriller to Pile Pressure on Slegers
Manchester City twice came from behind to defeat Arsenal 4-2 at the Etihad Stadium in the WSL, deepening the crisis around Gunners boss Renée Slegers.
By Sarah Akande · 5 Oct 2026Women's FootballClàudia Pina hits four as Barcelona thrash Real Madrid 7-0 in Liga F
Clàudia Pina scored four goals as Barcelona demolished Real Madrid 7-0 in the Liga F Clásico, opening up a five-point lead at the top of the table.
By Tom Ellis · 5 Oct 2026Women's FootballMan City beat Arsenal 4-2 to stretch WSL lead to 10 points
Manchester City came from behind twice at the Etihad to beat Arsenal 4-2 and maintain a perfect Women's Super League record after five rounds.
By Sarah Akande · 4 Oct 2026Women's FootballHemp Inspires Man City to Thrilling 4-2 WSL Win Over Arsenal
Lauren Hemp scored twice as Manchester City produced a spirited 4-2 Women's Super League victory over Arsenal, with the winger praising her side's character throughout.
By Sarah Akande · 4 Oct 2026Women's FootballMan Utd Women Beat Liverpool to Make It Back-to-Back WSL Wins
Manchester United Women marked their 250th club game with a narrow 1-0 victory over Liverpool in the Women's Super League, securing consecutive wins.
By Sarah Akande · 3 Oct 2026Women's FootballToone vows to bounce back after 'difficult week' as United edge Liverpool
Ella Toone spoke candidly after Manchester United's 1-0 WSL win over Liverpool, admitting she has endured a tough week but is determined to come back stronger.
By Marcus Hopkins · 3 Oct 2026Women's FootballEva Olid Ready to Explore Manchester After Whirlwind Start at Man Utd
Manchester United Women boss Eva Olid says she is hunting recommendations from locals as the international break finally gives her time to discover her new city.
By Sarah Akande · 3 Oct 2026Women's FootballEva Olid Ready to Explore Manchester After Whirlwind Start at Man Utd
Manchester United Women boss Eva Olid says she has been too busy working to explore the city, but plans to change that during the international break.
By Sarah Akande · 3 Oct 2026Women's FootballBBC's WSL 'Who Am I?' Quiz Returns Ahead of Man Utd v Liverpool
BBC Sport's weekly Women's Super League guessing game is back for a seventh edition, timed perfectly to coincide with Saturday's WSL derby between Manchester United and Liverpool.
By Priya Patel · 3 Oct 2026Women's FootballMan Utd v Liverpool WSL: BBC Quiz Tests Your Knowledge
BBC Sport's latest WSL 'Who Am I?' quiz challenges fans to identify a player who has represented both Manchester United and Liverpool ahead of their Saturday clash.
By Priya Patel · 3 Oct 2026Women's FootballManchester United v Liverpool WSL: Five Things to Know
Manchester United take on Liverpool in the Women's Super League on Saturday at 13:30 BST, live on BBC iPlayer — here's everything you need ahead of kick-off.
By Priya Patel · 3 Oct 2026Women's FootballSlegers backed by Arsenal board ahead of Man City WSL showdown
Renée Slegers says Arsenal's hierarchy has given her full backing despite one win in five matches, with Sunday's trip to WSL leaders Manchester City looming large.
By Sarah Akande · 2 Oct 2026Women's FootballMan City Women Host Real Madrid in Women's Champions League
Manchester City Women face Real Madrid at the Joie Stadium in what promises to be a compelling Women's Champions League tie, with both sides making two changes apiece.
By Sarah Akande · 1 Oct 2026Women's FootballLeah Williamson handball: Why the penalty call was correct
Arsenal's Leah Williamson conceded a bizarre penalty in their Women's Champions League draw with Paris FC — and, frustratingly for the Gunners, the laws back the referee.
By Priya Patel · 1 Oct 2026Women's FootballUSA set to host inaugural Women's Club World Cup in January 2028
The United States is in advanced discussions with FIFA to stage the first-ever Women's Club World Cup, with Los Angeles and San Diego the preferred host cities for the 19-team tournament.
By Priya Patel · 1 Oct 2026Women's FootballArsenal drop two-goal lead in Women's Champions League draw at Paris FC
Arsenal squandered a 2-0 lead to draw 2-2 with Paris FC in their Women's Champions League league-phase opener away in France.
By Tom Ellis · 30 Sept 2026Women's FootballMan City Women press on despite Premier League guilty verdicts
Manager Andree Jeglertz insists it is business as usual for Manchester City Women following the club's Premier League financial breaches verdicts.
By Sarah Akande · 30 Sept 2026