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‘People think I've vanished': Mary Earps on signing for London City and feeling forgotten

Former England goalkeeper discusses why it was time to leave Paris, the lure of her new club and when she will know it is time to stopWhen Mary...
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Women's World Cup playoffs: England land Greece, Scotland get Czechia in first round

England to play Ukraine or Slovakia if they beat GreeceScotland probably face Sweden if they win first gameEngland will need to overcome Greece and...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 18

OL Lyonnes and Scotland's Caroline Weir: ‘I would love to be competing for the Champions League'

Midfielder is hopeful for trophy-laden spell after bidding farewell to Madrid and challenges Scotland to qualify for the 2027 Women's World Cup in...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 18

The Tilehurst End Podcast Episode 462: In The Pocket

Ben and Ross discuss recent developments in RG2, including the letter to season-ticket holders from Rob Couhig and the re-signing of Andy Rinomhota...
SBNATION.COM Jun 18

‘The night before I dreamt about my ACL': Everton's Aurora Galli on the long way back from injury

This week's newsletter spends a day with the Italy midfielder as she continues to battle her way back to a peak physical condition“It was accepting...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 17

The Tilehurst End Podcast: Emma Hopkins Interview

Peter and Ross interview Emma Hopkins in a special episode of the women’s update! With the wonderful news that the women’s team will be returning...
SBNATION.COM Jun 17

Investigations Into Reading Women's Homecoming

On Thursday June 11, two hours before a ball was kicked in the World Cup, it was announced that Reading Women were to return under the club...
SBNATION.COM Jun 17

Kretinsky set to become West Ham‘s biggest shareholder and addresses Sullivan allegations

Czech billionaire to increase his stake from 27% to 43%Kretinsky and Gold ‘deeply concerned' by revelationsDaniel Kretinsky, the owner of Royal...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 13

Palestinian American woman held without charge by Israeli military

Soldiers arrested university student Sama Safi, 20, along with members of Palestinian women's national soccer teamA 20-year-old Palestinian...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 13

Former West Ham director removed from inquiry into David Sullivan

Tara Warren is recused from Independent Football Regulator investigation of allegations of sexual misconductA non-executive of the Independent...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 12

Beth Mead describes moving to Manchester City as a ‘no-brainer'

Forward signs three-year deal with WSL champions‘The way City plays suits me really well' says 31-year-oldBeth Mead believes Manchester City's...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 12

West Ham women's team not told of David Sullivan's restricted access to them

Sources say it would have breached regulations to tell WSL or team details of safeguarding investigation into SullivanNeither the Women's Super...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 11

‘We feel betrayed': 52 clubs demand vote on plans for WSL academy sides to join third tier

National League sides write to FA as backlash intensifiesPlans viewed as ‘a disaster waiting to happen'An alliance of 52 Women's National League...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 11

Mexico hoping football emerges from the chaos surrounding World Cup

It may just be time to forget the sullied buildup and enjoy the tournament although co-hosts are not optimisticIt has been difficult to go anywhere...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 11

Afternoon Update: Former MP calls Aukus ‘ludicrous'; PM doubts One Nation donations; and the country pub with a Socceroos history

Want to get this in your inbox every weekday? Sign up for the Afternoon Update here, and start your day with our Morning Mail newsletterGood...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 11

Exciting transfer window will only exacerbate women's football's wealth gap

Alexis Putellas leads a host of stars expected to arrive in the WSL but smaller clubs will still struggle to keep paceThe whistle has blown on the...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 10

David Sullivan's contact with West Ham women's and youth teams restricted since 2023

‘Temporary agreement' in place since Football Association safeguarding investigation began three years agoDavid Sullivan has faced restrictions on...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 10

USA women edge Brazil as Wilson sparks winner in fiery friendly

Wilson sparks winner as US beat Brazil 1-0Brazil finish with nine after two late redsDickey earns ninth international clean sheetSophia Wilson was...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 10

Predator: The Billionaire Football Boss review – truly skin-crawling television

This bleak investigation into allegations against the former West Ham owner and porn baron David Sullivan is incredibly valuable. It needs to spark...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 9

Football regulator could force David Sullivan to sell West Ham stake

Former pornographer, who owns 38.8% of club, has been accused of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviourThe football regulator could force...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 9

WSL2 side Durham warn they will ‘cease operations' without cash injection in 21 days

‘Do not have sufficient funds to operate in 26-27 season'Talks with potential investors ‘have fallen away'Durham, the Women's Super League 2 side,...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 8

Ofcom warns social media firms over online abuse during World Cup

Regulator will monitor measures taken by companies‘Spikes have often targeted Black and minority ethnic players'Ofcom has written to social media...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 8

Lauren Hemp confident Lionesses will bounce back from Spain hammering

European champions beaten 4-0 in Mallorca on FridayHemp: ‘As a group, we've come together and stuck together'Lauren Hemp says the England squad are...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 8

Huge boost for WSL as Alexia Putellas agrees personal terms with London City

Spanish great moving to England after 14 years at Barça She has been impressed by vision of Michele Kang's clubAlexia Putellas has agreed personal...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 8

‘Football saved me': Street Soccer coordinator Sarah Rhind on life after heroin addiction

Charity worker's unsparing book explains how the game created support networks and ‘beautiful friendships'The Bishopton Ladies goalkeeper and...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 7

Sophia Wilson's return spoiled as USA women beaten by Brazil in friendly

Wilson scores in first US appearance since 2024Brazil answer with two goals in three minutesAmericans begin World Cup cycle with defeatThe US...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 6

Australia v Mexico: women's international football friendly – live

Updates from the Matildas clash at McDonald Jones StadiumKick-off time in Newcastle is 7.15pm AESTAny thoughts? Get in touch with an emailHello and...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 6

Wiegman pays price for lack of defensive pragmatism as Spain expose technical gap | Tom Garry

England were off the pace and outclassed in Mallorca and would have been better served by trying to contain the world championsAs the game ticked...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 5

Spain v England: Women's World Cup 2027 qualifying – live

⚽️ Crucial qualifier kicks off at 8pm BST in Mallorca⚽️ Tom Garry's preview | Sign up for Moving the GoalpostsThe newest chapter of the...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 5

World Cup 2026 buildup, transfer latest and Lionesses in Spain: football news – live

⚽️ Latest football news before a big weekend of action⚽️ Get in touch: email Dave | And follow us on TikTokGood morning! Well, it's now less than a...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 5

Lionesses seek to tame Spain again and show they are ready to conquer the world

England are upbeat going into the toughest fixture in international football but the hosts' threat will be amplified by the returning BonmatíThe...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 4

Anger at Katie McCabe's move to Chelsea is forgivable – crossing line into abuse is not | Suzanne Wrack

While small pool of talent and elite clubs in women's game makes switches between rivals inevitable, this move is contentious. But some reaction...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 4

With NWSL expanding and MLS rescheduling, an Arizona businesswoman is making a pitch

Vicki Mayo has plans to build a fully-enclosed, natural-grass soccer stadium in Mesa. What team will play there is far less certainA new American...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 3

NWSL plans to gain growth through men's World Cup pandemonium

Plenty of women watch the men's tournament but are yet to translate fandom to the women's game – will that change this summer?The NWSL's 14th...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 3

Women's Football Weekly: Manchester City do the double and Jill Scott joins Faye and Suzy – podcast

From our sister podcast: Suzy Wrack is joined by Tom Garry, Emily Keogh and Ameé Ruszkai to discuss Manchester City's FA Cup triumph, England's...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 3

Ella Toone weighs up Manchester United future after tough campaign

‘Right now, I'm a Manchester United player' says strikerToone back in England camp after injury absencesElla Toone has said she will have to decide...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 2

How I Shop with Karen Carney: ‘Nine times out of 10 I'm wearing Reiss'

Always wondered what everyday stuff celebrities buy, where they shop for food and the basics they scrimp on? The former footballer talks Lego, Rich...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 2

Manchester City do the double and Jill Scott joins the pod – Women's Football Weekly

Suzy Wrack is joined by Tom Garry, Emily Keogh and Ameé Ruszkai to discuss Manchester City's FA Cup triumph, England's huge qualifier against Spain...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 2

London City poised to sign Mary Earps and Mapi León in hunt for trophies and fans

Goalkeeper Earps leaving PSG after two seasonsLéon has won four Champions Leagues with Barcelona London City Lionesses are poised to sign Mary...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 2

Plymouth ‘remain committed' despite releasing women's squad via email

Club slashed women's team budget despite near-promotionHead coach resigned after decision players called ‘cold and impersonal'Plymouth Argyle have...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 1

The Guardian view on a gripping season of British football: the best may be yet to come | Editorial

England and Scotland will both compete in a men's World Cup this month for the first time this century. For both nations there are reasons to...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 1

Katie McCabe signs for Chelsea after leaving Arsenal and aims to ‘bring success back'

Left-back signs deal to 2029 with option for further yearIreland international grew up as a Chelsea fanChelsea have announced the signing of the...
THE GUARDIAN Jun 1

Sixteen people arrested and 75 rescued from height during Arsenal bus parade

Fans estimated at hundreds of thousands fill north London streets to celebrate women's and men's teams' triumphsAbout 75 people had to be rescued...
THE GUARDIAN May 31

Majority of Plymouth Women squad will be let go after finding out by email

Plymouth chief executive calls move ‘difficult decision' Players included in email will not have contract renewedPlymouth Argyle have told the vast...
THE GUARDIAN May 31

Manchester City head coach praises Khadija Shaw for focus after cup win

Striker was going to leave the WSL champions‘I'm very impressed how she handled that'The Manchester City head coach, Andrée Jeglertz, heaped praise...
THE GUARDIAN May 31

Manchester City thrash Brighton to seal Women's FA Cup and historic Double

Ruthless Manchester City won the Women's FA Cup for a fourth time and completed a domestic double as they eventually coasted to a 4-0 win over...
THE GUARDIAN May 31

Brighton v Manchester City: Women's FA Cup final – live

⚽ FA Cup final updates from Wembley, kick-off 3pm BST⚽ Vidosic driven by family tragedy | City target the doubleGrowing up in Brisbane with a big...
THE GUARDIAN May 31

Dario Vidosic driven by family tragedy as Brighton chase Women's FA Cup glory

Brighton's head coach has led team to Wembley date with Manchester City despite losing his father four months agoGrowing up in Brisbane with a big...
THE GUARDIAN May 30

After dramatic Shaw U-turn and title win, Manchester City target historic double

FA Cup final victory against Brighton would make it a perfect month and the squad are hungry for more successSecure your first league title for a...
THE GUARDIAN May 29

WSL lands record four-year deal with CBS Sports to broadcast games in the US

Paramount+ will air 183 matches per seasonDeal is major uplift in valuation of TV rightsCBS Sports has signed a four-year deal to acquire the...
THE GUARDIAN May 28

Reading Women's 2025/26: An Enjoyable, Progressive Season

This time last year, the mood music was all about how Reading had survived – beating the odds and avoiding further relegation – with an...
SBNATION.COM May 28

‘Our unity defined our team': how tiny Torreense made the Women's Champions League

Portuguese club come from a city of 19,000 people and their stadium holds 2,400 – next season they'll be up against the best in Europe, and they...
THE GUARDIAN May 28

‘Triple Espresso' returns: Swanson, Wilson and Rodman reunite for USWNT friendlies against Brazil

Trio have not played together since 2024 OlympicsHayes names 23-player roster for matches in BrazilFor the first time since August 2024, the...
THE GUARDIAN May 27

Getting To Know | Bromley

Browsing at Bromley Bromley will be playing in the third tier of English football for the first time in their history.  This will also be the first...
READINGFC.CO.UK May 27

Kang's spending fuels resentment but Barcelona are far from a model club

Billionaire investor uses her wealth to pursue glory but the Women's Champions League winners cannot take the moral high groundIt has been a bad...
THE GUARDIAN May 26

Khadija Shaw makes surprise U-turn and opts to stay at Manchester City

Striker signs lucrative four-year contractShaw had been expected to join ChelseaKhadija Shaw has signed a four-year contract at Manchester City...
THE GUARDIAN May 25

Guardiola's farewell bash: old faces, rock stars and a surprise from Khadija Shaw

Former players and Noel Gallagher saluted the departing manager while Khadija Shaw revealed she is staying with Manchester CityHow to top Pep...
THE GUARDIAN May 25

Whitehouse saves four penalties as Charlton reach WSL and send Leicester down

Sophie Whitehouse etched her name into Charlton folklore as she saved four penalties in the shootout to win her side promotion to the Women's Super...
THE GUARDIAN May 23

Leicester Women Relegated

Embed from Getty Images Leicester women had a last chance to save the season and stay up. The play-off spot was there for grabs, travelling down to...
FILBERT WAY May 23

North Korean women claim Asian Champions League crown to cap historic journey

Naegohyang FC beat Tokyo Verdy Beleza 1-0 in final in South KoreaKim Kyong Yong's scores only goal to claim win in rare trip across borderThe first...
THE GUARDIAN May 23

Championship playoff drama awaits, Scottish Cup and WCL finals buildup – matchday live

⚽ Buildup to a busy day of finals action around Europe ⚽ Sign up for Football Daily | Follow on Bluesky | Mail usGood morning everyone! It's the...
THE GUARDIAN May 23

WSL academy sides heading for third tier in England despite backlash

Scheme gets FA Women's National League approvalFA to ratify move that has divided women's gameA proposal to allow four academy sides from Women's...
THE GUARDIAN May 22

Farnborough friendly confirmed

Pre-season gets underway in Farnborough! Reading will open their pre-season account this summer with a trip to Farnborough's Saunders Transport...
READINGFC.CO.UK May 22

Uefa vows to take hard line on multi-club ownership in Women's Champions League

Teams with same owner cannot compete togetherHead of women's football Kessler says ‘no exceptions'Uefa's head of women's football has said rules...
THE GUARDIAN May 20

Wiegman tells Mead next move is vital for England prospects as Toone earns recall

Striker close to agreeing Manchester City moveToone, Beever-Jones and Godfrey back for qualifiersSarina Wiegman has said Beth Mead's next transfer...
THE GUARDIAN May 19

Uefa will not follow Fifa's lead on red cards for mouth-covering or walk-offs

New rules will not apply in European competitionsUefa will monitor automatic red card rule in World CupUefa has opted against following Fifa's lead...
THE GUARDIAN May 19

'Not even one beer': Guardiola curbs City's FA Cup celebrations with title to play for – video

Pep Guardiola said Manchester City would not have 'even one beer' to celebrate Saturday's 1-0 FA Cup final triumph over Chelsea due to the title...
THE GUARDIAN May 17

‘Tearing down barriers': North Korean footballers arrive in Seoul for first time in eight years

Naegohyang FC due to play Suwon FC in semi-final of Asian Women's Champions League on WednesdayA North Korean women's football club has arrived in...
THE GUARDIAN May 17

Premier League buildup, Celtic v Hearts fallout, FA Cup final reaction, and more – matchday live

⚽ Reaction and buildup on another busy Sunday⚽ Sign up for Football Daily | Email XaymacaHello and welcome to another Matchday live! We have...
THE GUARDIAN May 17

Melbourne City cement A-League Women dynasty with grand final win over Wellington

City seal domestic double with 3-1 victory over Phoenix at AAMI ParkHolly McNamara scores a double, Leticia McKenna adds a screamerTwo goals in...
THE GUARDIAN May 16

Melbourne City v Wellington Phoenix: A-League Women grand final – live

Updates from the women's championship deciderKick-off at AAMI Park is 4.15pm AESTAny thoughts? Send an emailHello and welcome to live coverage of...
THE GUARDIAN May 16

Football club owner accused of taking more than £28,000 from players' parents

Claims being reviewed by police and FAJamie Austin runs girls' club Red Star LionessesParents have accused the owner of the girls' football club...
THE GUARDIAN May 15

Departures of Kerr, Mead and Shaw mark end of an era in the Women's Super League | Tom Garry

Transfer window could include merry-go-round of forwards as division's top three clubs bid farewell to iconsSaturday's finale to the Women's Super...
THE GUARDIAN May 15

A-League grand final key to Melbourne City's treble but Wellington are out to spoil party

After facing the Phoenix in the decider, the women's premiers will jet off to Korea for their Asian Champions League semi-finalWhat is a grand...
THE GUARDIAN May 14

Chelsea's Sam Kerr confirms she will leave Stamford Bridge at the end of the season

Australia striker to leave after six and a half yearsKerr is Chelsea's all-time leading WSL goalscorerSam Kerr will leave Chelsea this summer when...
THE GUARDIAN May 14

‘We have a clear vision': Eintracht move closer to bringing glory days back to Frankfurt

Under the knowledgeable guidance of Babett Peter, the Frauen-Bundesliga club have their country's big two, and the Champions League, in their...
THE GUARDIAN May 14

Personalised chopsticks and underwater treadmills: Manchester City Women find new ways to win

Captain Alex Greenwood said ‘nothing comes close' to club's £10m facility built specifically for women's teamWhether it is the chopsticks in the...
THE GUARDIAN May 13

History makers Brighton are shaking up old order and not hiding ambition

Seagulls are in their first Women's FA Cup final but their coach, Dario Vidosic, is determined to keep aiming higherAs Brighton's old song goes,...
THE GUARDIAN May 12

Arsenal edge closer to title and ‘spygate' overshadows playoffs – Football Weekly podcast

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, Robyn Cowen and Philippe Auclair to discuss all the weekend's footballRate, review, share on Apple...
THE GUARDIAN May 11

Reading announce Louisiana football partnership

Reading Football Club are delighted to announce American side Louisiana Fire SC as an Affiliate Club. A large youth football project in New...
READINGFC.CO.UK May 11

Manchester City's Khadija Shaw stuns Chelsea in dramatic FA Cup semi-final

Khadija Shaw showed Manchester City what they are giving up and Chelsea what they are potentially getting in emphatic style at Stamford Bridge,...
THE GUARDIAN May 10

Brighton's Fran Kirby: ‘Instead of running around like a headless chicken, I stand and assess'

Former Chelsea forward is thriving on the south coast and targeting victory over Liverpool in the Women's FA CupFran Kirby knows what she brings....
THE GUARDIAN May 8

European reaction, playoffs spy row, Premier League news and more – football live

⚽ All the latest news and previews going into a big weekend⚽ Premier League preview | Fixtures | Tables | And mail YaraThe 2025-26 season may be...
THE GUARDIAN May 8

Former manager Matt Beard ‘bullied' by Burnley, family tells pre-inquest hearing

Beard died in September 2025 aged 47Burnley exit was ‘catalyst for decline in mental health'A pre-inquest hearing regarding the former Liverpool...
THE GUARDIAN May 7

Reading Women 3-5 AFC Portchester Ladies: Match Report

AFC Portchester scored five, including a hat-trick from Kim Fuller, to end Reading Women's great run of form in a 5-3 thriller – if not a little...
SBNATION.COM May 7

Khadija Shaw to leave Manchester City with Chelsea favourites to seal deal

Jamaica striker decides to go when contract ends in JuneCity could not match other offers to the 29-year-oldKhadija “Bunny” Shaw has decided to...
THE GUARDIAN May 7

Knaak's tears, Jeglertz's calm, Shaw's goals: the story of Manchester City's WSL title triumph

After 10 years without a Women's Super League title, City are champions once more – here's how they did itThe sight of Rebecca Knaak fighting back...
THE GUARDIAN May 7

Manchester City's WSL title winners 2025-26: player-by-player ratings

Alex Greenwood has won the first WSL title of her career and Khadija Shaw has been the league's standout playerAyaka Yamashita This has been a...
THE GUARDIAN May 6
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