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Thibaud’s 72-game Leicester spell ends with Marseille switch

10th August 2026 Talia Ferreira-Okon

Julie Thibaud leaves Leicester City Women after 72 appearances to join Olympique de Marseille in a move subject to clearances. […]

WAFCON semi-finalists secure Africa’s first World Cup places

10th August 2026 Sofie Brandt

Four WAFCON semi-finalists have secured Africa’s automatic places at the 2027 Women’s World Cup, while four teams enter the playoff route. […]

Battle of Malta Online Wraps: $35M Paid, Champions Crowned

10th August 2026 Talia Ferreira-Okon

CoinPoker’s Battle of Malta Online series has wrapped, and the final numbers are worth celebrating. Over 23 days, the platform paid out $35,120,885, sailing past its original $30 million guarantee, and along the way handed […]

Women’s football knockout match under stadium lights in Morocco

WAFCON 2026 knockout drama to reach UK viewers free-to-air

7th August 2026 Elsa Vanhanen

WAFCON 2026 knockout coverage comes free-to-air in the UK, with Channel 4 streaming the ties and showing the final live on E4. […]

Lucy Bronze says players must defend football’s future

7th August 2026 Sofie Brandt

Lucy Bronze backs a potential UEFA boycott as FIFA faces pressure to deliver stronger governance and protect football’s future. […]

Female footballer viewed from behind on a stadium pitch, symbolising a reported loan move and senior development.

Jessie Gale linked with another loan spell in WSL2

6th August 2026 Talia Ferreira-Okon

Jessie Gale is reportedly set for a Newcastle United Women loan, though Arsenal’s supplied tracker confirms only her earlier Bristol City move. […]

Female football defender preparing to lead Brighton Women’s defensive rebuild on a training pitch

Brighton Women add Gabby George to ambitious defensive rebuild

6th August 2026 Elsa Vanhanen

Gabby George joins Brighton Women from Manchester United, bringing WSL experience, defensive versatility and FA Cup-winning pedigree. […]

Young women’s football midfielder training on a stadium pitch, representing Emma Moreno’s continued development.

Emma Moreno Extends Atlético Madrid Deal, Returns to Eibar on Loan

6th August 2026 Sofie Brandt

Emma Moreno has extended her Atlético Madrid contract to 2028 and will spend another Liga F season on loan with Eibar. […]

Tactical board on football pitch sideline representing managerial leadership and strategic planning

Hearts Title Winner Eva Olid Poised to Lead Man United Women’s Rebuild

5th August 2026 Talia Ferreira-Okon

Eva Olid, who guided Hearts to their first SWPL title, is set to become Manchester United Women’s manager as the club commits to a youth-led rebuild. […]

Brighton & Hove Albion women's player silhouette at Amex Stadium during golden hour

Brighton’s Six-Figure Bid for Gabby George Signals WSL Ambition

5th August 2026 Sofie Brandt

Brighton & Hove Albion Women are set to pay a six-figure fee for Manchester United defender Gabby George ahead of the 2026/27 WSL season. […]