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Clara Luvanga signs for Washington Spirit

Washington Spirit Sign Clara Luvanga for ‘World Record’ Fee

Washington Spirit have completed the signing of Tanzania international Clara Luvanga from Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr, in a deal reported to be the most expensive in the history of women’s football. The exact fee paid by the NWSL side hasn’t…

Eva Olid on the touchline during Manchester United's defeat to Chelsea

Eva Olid’s Tough Start Continues as Chelsea Smash 5 Past Lacklustre United

Eva Olid‘s tough start to life at Manchester United continued at the weekend as her side was thrashed 5-0 by Chelsea, leaving the club bottom of the WSL table without a point after two games. Another Difficult Afternoon for Olid …

Alessia Russo, Bunny Shaw and Alexia Putellas are among the favourites for the 2026 Ballon d'Or

Who Is the Favourite to Win the 2026 Ballon d’Or?

With Aitana Bonmatí missing from this year’s shortlist, the Ballon d’Or is guaranteed a new winner this autumn. A handful of names are emerging as frontrunners, with WSL stars Alexia Putellas, Alessia Russo, Mariona Caldentey and Khadija Shaw all in…

Bunny Shaw is among 11 WSL players nominated for the 2026 Ballon d'Or

11 WSL Players Nominated for 2026 Ballon d’Or

The 2026 Ballon d’Or Féminin will see a new winner emerge, as three-time title-holder Aitana Bonmatí is missing from the list. Bonmatí – who claimed the last three editions in 2023, 2024 and 2025 – missed out on a nomination…

Caroline Weir is among the players shortlisted for this year's Ballon d’Or Féminin

The 30 Players Nominated for the 2026 Ballon d’Or Féminin

The nominees for the 2026 Ballon d’Or Féminin have been revealed, and, for the first time since 2022, we’re guaranteed a new winner. Aitana Bonmatí, winner of the last three editions in 2023, 2024 and 2025, is absent from this…

5 Facts About Arsenal’s Rising Star Lisa Baum

Lisa Baum made the perfect start to her Arsenal career, scoring on her Women’s Super League debut against Brighton at the weekend. Here’s everything you need to know about the up-and-coming winger. 1) She Was Born in Tanzania Lisa Baum…

Lexi Lloyd-Smith celebrates her winner for Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace Mark WSL Return With Victory Over Everton

Crystal Palace marked their return to the Women’s Super League with a 1-0 win over Everton, courtesy of a debut goal from summer signing Lexi Lloyd-Smith. Lloyd-Smith Seals the Win Seven players made their Crystal Palace debut, and it was…

Hanson celebrates hitting a debut double

Hanson Scores Twice On Debut as Tottenham Ease Past London Neighbours West Ham

Tottenham made a winning start to their Women’s Super League season, beating West Ham 3-1, largely thanks to a double from recent signing Kirsty Hanson. Hanson joined Spurs in June, reuniting with head coach Martin Ho, who she previously worked…

Lisa Baum celebrates her debut goal for Arsenal

Baum Scores On Debut As Arsenal Win Away at Brighton

Arsenal made the perfect start to their Women’s Super League season, with new signing Lisa Baum grabbing the only goal of the game in a 1-0 win at Brighton. A Dream Start Baum, 19, glided through the Brighton defence just…

Fowler celebrates her opener against Birmingham

Manchester City’s Title Defence Begins With Victory Over Newly-Promoted Birmingham

Manchester City kicked off their bid to retain the Women’s Super League title with a convincing 3-1 win at home to newly promoted Birmingham. Birmingham fielded four debutants on their return to the WSL, while City brought on new signings…