The proposed 5–30 January Club World Cup would force Arsenal and Chelsea out of WSL duty for up to a month, creating a congested finish and fresh selection and scheduling headaches.
Author: Rhon Lenn
A late Shaw goal completed a comeback in a six‑goal thriller as Manchester City extended their perfect WSL start, leaving Arsenal ten points adrift after five matches.
Alexia Putellas and Kadidiatou Diani scored doubles as Eder Maestre’s side dismantled Tottenham 6-1 in the Women’s Super League, ending Spurs’ unbeaten run ahead of the international pause.
Gotham FC have added Spain international defender Leila Ouahabi on a contract running to the end of the 2028 NWSL season. The 33-year-old arrives after a mutual exit from Chicago Stars FC.
Clàudia Pina hit four goals as Barcelona crushed Real Madrid 7-0 at the Camp Nou, extending their perfect Liga F start and opening a five-point lead at the summit.
Alexia Putellas has begun to look at home after her summer move from Barcelona, bringing elite playmaking, composure and leadership to London City Lionesses as they push up the table.
A dynamic Brazilian forward, Kerolin rose through domestic football to become NWSL Most Valuable Player and a focal point for the North Carolina Courage, known for her dribbling, pace and finishing.
A skilful forward and creative hub, Debinha forged a career from Brazil’s domestic leagues to NWSL stardom. Her dribbling, movement and goal threat reshaped teams she joined.
Julia Zigiotti Olme scored a sixth-minute lob after a Liverpool keeper error, and Manchester United held on for a 1-0 Women’s Super League victory under Eva Olid.
Lauren Hemp emerged as a generational winger through early senior football at Bristol City before becoming a key attacking figure at Manchester City and with England’s Euro-winning side.