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Title twists in the Women's Super League

The Women’s Super League is back on the football menu this weekend and more twists in the title race are virtually guaranteed.

Manchester United are third and three points behind leaders Chelsea, and the Red Devils host Aston Villa on Saturday lunchtime. More than 36,000 tickets have already been sold and United are on high after moving level on points with Arsenal following their 3-...

Football, women's football, women's sport

FA Cup review: Stoney loses last game at United as Arsenal knock nine past Palace

Manchester United were knocked out of the Women's FA Cup as head coach Casey Stoney departed with defeat in her final game in charge.

Women's Championship winners Leicester beat United 3-2 with Stoney having confirmed earlier in the week the tie would be her last following four years at the club.

"I am very proud of what we've built," said the former England defender....

Manchester United, women's football, women's sport

Casey Stoney stands down as Manchester United head coach

Casey Stoney will leave her role as head coach of Manchester United following the club's FA Cup tie against Leicester City on Sunday.

The former England star took United into the Women's Super League following their promotion in 2019 and led them to fourth-placed finishes in both their top-flight campaigns to date.

The club managed to attract stellar names this season, such...

women's sport, funding

What does the Super League mean for women's football?

It could so easily have been overlooked. A throwaway line, or so it appeared, in the new European Super League's press statement released late on Sunday night.

"As soon as practicable after the start of the men’s competition, a corresponding women’s league will also be launched, helping to advance and develop the women’s game."

Enough to sow seeds of doubt and accusation but...

Steph Houghton England Women's Football Lionesses

Houghton out, James missing from England squad for France and Canada friendlies

England captain Steph Houghton will miss the Lionesses' fixtures against France and Canada in April as she continues her recovery from an Achilles injury.

Uncapped Niamh Charles has been named in Hege Riise's squad along with Millie Turner but there's no room for Turner's Manchester United teammate Lauren James.

Riise said: "She's a player that we follow [but] due to injury...

Manchester United, women's football, women's sport

Manchester United to play historic fixture at Old Trafford

Manchester United will play at the home of the men's team for the first time when they face West Ham at Old Trafford in the Women's Super League on Saturday 27 March.

The club are taking advantage of the men's international break to stage the match as they prepare to host several fixtures in the Women's Euros in 2022.

"Playing at Old Trafford will obviously be a special...

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Women's Super League review: big win for City but United go top

Only three fixtures survived the wintry weather at the weekend but there was still plenty of movement in the top four. Manchester United returned to the top, overtaking Chelsea - who will have to reschedule their trip to Bristol City - thanks to a 2-0 victory against Birmingham City.

Despite dominating the match, United had to remain patient until the start of the second half when...

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Women's Super League review: United thrash Bristol City as Covid hits fixtures

Only three Barclays Women's Super League fixtures were played ahead of the winter break as both coronavirus outbreaks and the weather caused cancellations.

The highest-profile casualty was Tottenham's trip to Chelsea, which means Alex Morgan will be denied a final appearance for Spurs before her return to the United States. West Ham were also forced to postpone their fixture against...

Football, women's football, women's sport

Women's Super League review: City's late winner breaks Arsenal

Manchester City had to wait until the 94th minute to come up with a winner against Arsenal, claiming a 2-1 victory having gone behind to an early Vivianne Miedema goal. Sam Mewis equalised on half an hour before Caroline Weir took advantage of some chaotic Arsenal defending to turn in Georgia Stanway's blocked shot.

Manchester United remain out in front but struggled to overcome a...

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Women's Super League review: Morgan's first goal helps Spurs to first win

American superstar Alex Morgan scored her maiden goal for Tottenham as the side finally secured a first victory of the season in the Women's Super League with a 3-1 win against Brighton.

Kerys Harrop gave Spurs an early lead only for Inessa Kaagman to equalise from the penalty spot. Angela Addison put the home side back in front before Morgan made her mark late on.

Arsenal...

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