Emma Sanders
@emsandersbbc.bsky.social
Senior women’s football news reporter for BBC Sport. Write about football a lot. ✍🏻 Often talk rubbish on TV and radio 📺 📻 Always complain about trains. Views mine.
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There were about 5.5K (out of 6.8K) home supporters at the NLD at Brisbane Road today. Total crowd was almost double the previous record for a Brisbane Rd WSL game (figures from @emsandersbbc.bsky.social).
Great to see so many Spurs supporters make it to Brisbane Road. Hopefully it becomes a habit.
Great to see so many Spurs supporters make it to Brisbane Road. Hopefully it becomes a habit.
November 16, 2025 at 11:47 PM
There were about 5.5K (out of 6.8K) home supporters at the NLD at Brisbane Road today. Total crowd was almost double the previous record for a Brisbane Rd WSL game (figures from @emsandersbbc.bsky.social).
Great to see so many Spurs supporters make it to Brisbane Road. Hopefully it becomes a habit.
Great to see so many Spurs supporters make it to Brisbane Road. Hopefully it becomes a habit.
I sat down with Mary Earps yesterday. She responds to reaction of her book, discusses bullying, her sexuality, freezing eggs for child birth & restrictive eating. You can watch the interview on BBC iPlayer & listen in full on BBC Radio 5 Live. Online ✍🏻👇🏻
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Mary Earps interview: Ex-England goalkeeper says 'I've not written the book to tear anyone down'
Former England goalkeeper Mary Earps says she has not written her autobiography to
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November 3, 2025 at 8:41 PM
I sat down with Mary Earps yesterday. She responds to reaction of her book, discusses bullying, her sexuality, freezing eggs for child birth & restrictive eating. You can watch the interview on BBC iPlayer & listen in full on BBC Radio 5 Live. Online ✍🏻👇🏻
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I went for a walk in the park with West Ham manager Rehanne Skinner, her dogs and @girlsontheball.bsky.social to discuss mental wellbeing of WSL managers, how she manages it, the challenges & what more needs to be done. Interview here ✍🏻 👇🏻 #whufc
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'It's a huge concern' - Rehanne Skinner on coaches' mental health
West Ham boss Rehanne Skinner knows what it's like to be in a lonely place in her job - and it is a common feeling among Women's Super League managers.
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October 30, 2025 at 9:32 AM
I went for a walk in the park with West Ham manager Rehanne Skinner, her dogs and @girlsontheball.bsky.social to discuss mental wellbeing of WSL managers, how she manages it, the challenges & what more needs to be done. Interview here ✍🏻 👇🏻 #whufc
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It is a luxury to have too many strikers, but Sarina Wiegman has had some tough decisions to make - and Aggie Beever-Jones has made it even harder. She was also impressed by Lucia Kendall.
Piece from Pride Park here ✍🏻👇🏻🏴
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Piece from Pride Park here ✍🏻👇🏻🏴
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England 3-0 Australia: Aggie Beever-Jones grasps chance and Lucia Kendall impresses
Sarina Wiegman has had some tough decisions to make over England's strikers - and Aggie Beever-Jones has made it even harder after the 3-0 friendly win against Australia.
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October 28, 2025 at 11:23 PM
It is a luxury to have too many strikers, but Sarina Wiegman has had some tough decisions to make - and Aggie Beever-Jones has made it even harder. She was also impressed by Lucia Kendall.
Piece from Pride Park here ✍🏻👇🏻🏴
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Piece from Pride Park here ✍🏻👇🏻🏴
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Manchester City defender Kerstin Casparij spoke to me about her personal journey with her sexuality, her support for LGBTQ+ and why she wants to “continue spreading love”. ✍🏻 👇🏻 #mcfc
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Manchester City defender Kerstin Casparij: 'Being gay didn't feel normal, until I became a footballer'
Manchester City's Kerstin Casparij always knew she
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October 22, 2025 at 8:38 AM
Manchester City defender Kerstin Casparij spoke to me about her personal journey with her sexuality, her support for LGBTQ+ and why she wants to “continue spreading love”. ✍🏻 👇🏻 #mcfc
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Spent the morning at Weald Country Park with West Ham manager Rehanne Skinner (on her day off), her dogs Alfie, Luna and Poppy, and @girlsontheball.bsky.social talking about mental health. A really important discussion that we’re looking forward to sharing with you on our platforms soon. #whufc
October 20, 2025 at 11:44 AM
Spent the morning at Weald Country Park with West Ham manager Rehanne Skinner (on her day off), her dogs Alfie, Luna and Poppy, and @girlsontheball.bsky.social talking about mental health. A really important discussion that we’re looking forward to sharing with you on our platforms soon. #whufc
We discussed the Japanese talent in the WSL on BBC World Service Radio's "More than the score" podcast. Great to get insight from @aishiterutokyo and discuss the topic with @mazfaroo Listen to the podcast here 📻👇🇯🇵
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October 16, 2025 at 2:54 PM
We discussed the Japanese talent in the WSL on BBC World Service Radio's "More than the score" podcast. Great to get insight from @aishiterutokyo and discuss the topic with @mazfaroo Listen to the podcast here 📻👇🇯🇵
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Just wrapped up a great conversation with @emsandersbbc.bsky.social about Japanese woso's WSL invasion! The podcast will be up on the BBC World Service later tonight but in the meantime check out her story.
WSL: Why English clubs are battling to sign Japan's best talents
There are more Japanese players in the Women's Super League than ever before - what impact are they having?
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October 16, 2025 at 12:39 PM
Just wrapped up a great conversation with @emsandersbbc.bsky.social about Japanese woso's WSL invasion! The podcast will be up on the BBC World Service later tonight but in the meantime check out her story.
There are more Japanese players in the WSL than ever before and it is easy to see why. I spoke to Japan assistant @LeahBlayney on their qualities, their impact on the WSL and how she supports their moves. We'll also have a podcast out on BBC Sounds later with more ✍️👇🇯🇵
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WSL: Why English clubs are battling to sign Japan's best talents
There are more Japanese players in the Women's Super League than ever before - what impact are they having?
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October 16, 2025 at 1:00 PM
There are more Japanese players in the WSL than ever before and it is easy to see why. I spoke to Japan assistant @LeahBlayney on their qualities, their impact on the WSL and how she supports their moves. We'll also have a podcast out on BBC Sounds later with more ✍️👇🇯🇵
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Fascinating discussion 👇🏻
"Soon, there will be a lot more 'unplayable' days." 🥵
@sammymewy.bsky.social talks with Climate Professor Dr. Radley Horton about climate change's impact on sports and whether the NWSL should align its calendar with European leagues.
@sammymewy.bsky.social talks with Climate Professor Dr. Radley Horton about climate change's impact on sports and whether the NWSL should align its calendar with European leagues.
October 15, 2025 at 10:40 PM
Fascinating discussion 👇🏻
Millie Bright's international retirement is a reflection of a changing of the guard in Sarina Wiegman's England team - but her impact on their success is unquestionable. The true scale of her impact will surely be felt for many years. ✍🏻 👇🏻 🏴
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Millie Bright: How England defender left her mark on Lionesses
Millie Bright's international retirement is a reflection of a changing of the guard in Sarina Wiegman's team - but her impact on England's success is unquestionable.
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October 13, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Millie Bright's international retirement is a reflection of a changing of the guard in Sarina Wiegman's England team - but her impact on their success is unquestionable. The true scale of her impact will surely be felt for many years. ✍🏻 👇🏻 🏴
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Important topic and well said by Rehanne Skinner 👏 She spoke candidly to us in her press conference and @girlsontheball.bsky.social have done a great write-up here on World Mental Health Day.
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"The game is the game and we love it but there are more important things in life" | West Ham's Rehanne Skinner calls for increased mental health support in football
On World Mental Health Day, West Ham manager Rehanne Skinner called for improved mental health support for players, coaches and managers in football.
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October 10, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Important topic and well said by Rehanne Skinner 👏 She spoke candidly to us in her press conference and @girlsontheball.bsky.social have done a great write-up here on World Mental Health Day.
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Everton's Katja Snoeijs had a hole in her heart which required major surgery at the age of 3 and was born with a leg that grew to be 6cms longer than the other. She had to wear special shoes. We spoke about all of that and Everton's book club... #efc ✍️👇
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Katja Snoeijs: Everton forward's unusual childhood with hole in her heart and one leg longer than the other
Born with a hole in her heart and a leg that grew to be six centimetres longer than the other, Everton's Katja Snoeijs did not experience an ordinary childhood.
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October 9, 2025 at 8:18 AM
Everton's Katja Snoeijs had a hole in her heart which required major surgery at the age of 3 and was born with a leg that grew to be 6cms longer than the other. She had to wear special shoes. We spoke about all of that and Everton's book club... #efc ✍️👇
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You heard London City Lionesses owner Michele Kang, stop sleeping on women's football 🗣️
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September 18, 2025 at 4:03 PM
You heard London City Lionesses owner Michele Kang, stop sleeping on women's football 🗣️
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My exclusive interview with London City Lionesses owner Michele Kang is out on Football Focus tomorrow ahead of their first home game of the WSL season. You can also listen across BBC Sounds & read more online. We discuss multi-club ownership, transfer fees, ambition & fanbases 🎥 🎧 ✍🏻 #lcl
September 12, 2025 at 5:26 PM
My exclusive interview with London City Lionesses owner Michele Kang is out on Football Focus tomorrow ahead of their first home game of the WSL season. You can also listen across BBC Sounds & read more online. We discuss multi-club ownership, transfer fees, ambition & fanbases 🎥 🎧 ✍🏻 #lcl
Loved learning about Union Berlin and their incredible support for their women’s team. They are preparing for a debut season in the Frauen-Bundesliga having gone pro 2 years ago. They have the 4th highest average attendance in Europe. ✍🏻 👇🏻 🇩🇪
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Union Berlin Women: The German club attracting thousands
Fan-owned club Union Berlin has an ambitious vision - to change support for women's football in their country.
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August 31, 2025 at 8:14 AM
Loved learning about Union Berlin and their incredible support for their women’s team. They are preparing for a debut season in the Frauen-Bundesliga having gone pro 2 years ago. They have the 4th highest average attendance in Europe. ✍🏻 👇🏻 🇩🇪
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Understand talks have stalled in Manchester United’s attempt to sign Germany forward Giovanna Hoffmann from RB Leipzig. More on BBC Sport here 👇🏻 #mufc
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Giovanna Hoffmann transfer: Man Utd talks with RB Leipzig break down over fee disagreement
Transfer talks stall as Manchester United attempt to sign Germany forward Giovanna Hoffmann from RB Leipzig, making the move unlikely to happen.
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August 25, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Understand talks have stalled in Manchester United’s attempt to sign Germany forward Giovanna Hoffmann from RB Leipzig. More on BBC Sport here 👇🏻 #mufc
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💫 Special insight piece 💫
Spent the last few months learning about Mariona Caldentey’s journey and spoke to her about family, childhood, piano at grandma’s, adapting to life in London & the Ballon d’Or.
Piece for BBC Sport ✍🏻👇🏻🇪🇸 #afc
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Spent the last few months learning about Mariona Caldentey’s journey and spoke to her about family, childhood, piano at grandma’s, adapting to life in London & the Ballon d’Or.
Piece for BBC Sport ✍🏻👇🏻🇪🇸 #afc
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Mariona Caldentey: Spain and Arsenal's humble magician
The inside story of Ballon d'Or nominee Mariona Caldentey's journey to becoming one of the world's best footballers.
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August 24, 2025 at 7:20 AM
💫 Special insight piece 💫
Spent the last few months learning about Mariona Caldentey’s journey and spoke to her about family, childhood, piano at grandma’s, adapting to life in London & the Ballon d’Or.
Piece for BBC Sport ✍🏻👇🏻🇪🇸 #afc
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Spent the last few months learning about Mariona Caldentey’s journey and spoke to her about family, childhood, piano at grandma’s, adapting to life in London & the Ballon d’Or.
Piece for BBC Sport ✍🏻👇🏻🇪🇸 #afc
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Exclusive first interview with Liverpool manager Gareth Taylor. He reflects on the controversial situation regarding Chloe Kelly at Manchester City, the challenges ahead at Liverpool, building an identity & future ambitions. Watch & listen on BBC✍️👇 #lfc
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Gareth Taylor: New Liverpool boss stayed 'true to my role' in Chloe Kelly argument
Liverpool manager Gareth Taylor says he
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August 19, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Exclusive first interview with Liverpool manager Gareth Taylor. He reflects on the controversial situation regarding Chloe Kelly at Manchester City, the challenges ahead at Liverpool, building an identity & future ambitions. Watch & listen on BBC✍️👇 #lfc
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Understand Manchester United are in discussions to sign Germany forward Giovanna Hoffmann. Still work to do but sources say there is confidence it will happen. More on BBC Sport. ✍️👇🇩🇪 #mufc
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Giovanna Hoffmann: Man Utd in discussions to sign Germany forward
Manchester United are in discussions to sign Germany forward Giovanna Hoffmann from RB Leipzig.
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August 17, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Understand Manchester United are in discussions to sign Germany forward Giovanna Hoffmann. Still work to do but sources say there is confidence it will happen. More on BBC Sport. ✍️👇🇩🇪 #mufc
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"This year it was meant for England."
Lucy Bronze, England's most decorated footballer, the one player who epitomises what it is to be a Lioness, just had a feeling all along.
Piece from Basel ✍🏻👇🏻🏴
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Lucy Bronze, England's most decorated footballer, the one player who epitomises what it is to be a Lioness, just had a feeling all along.
Piece from Basel ✍🏻👇🏻🏴
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'Lionesses' win greatest achievement in English football history'
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July 27, 2025 at 10:35 PM
"This year it was meant for England."
Lucy Bronze, England's most decorated footballer, the one player who epitomises what it is to be a Lioness, just had a feeling all along.
Piece from Basel ✍🏻👇🏻🏴
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Lucy Bronze, England's most decorated footballer, the one player who epitomises what it is to be a Lioness, just had a feeling all along.
Piece from Basel ✍🏻👇🏻🏴
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💫 Special insight piece: What makes Sarina Wiegman so successful?
From those who know her on her personality, her mentality, her tactics, her relationship with players, how she approaches difficult conversations & how she overcomes adversity. 🏴 ✍🏻 👇🏻
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From those who know her on her personality, her mentality, her tactics, her relationship with players, how she approaches difficult conversations & how she overcomes adversity. 🏴 ✍🏻 👇🏻
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Sarina Wiegman: What makes England manager so successful?
Sarina Wiegman will manage England in her fifth major tournament final - so what makes the Dutchwoman so successful?
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July 27, 2025 at 5:55 AM
💫 Special insight piece: What makes Sarina Wiegman so successful?
From those who know her on her personality, her mentality, her tactics, her relationship with players, how she approaches difficult conversations & how she overcomes adversity. 🏴 ✍🏻 👇🏻
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From those who know her on her personality, her mentality, her tactics, her relationship with players, how she approaches difficult conversations & how she overcomes adversity. 🏴 ✍🏻 👇🏻
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There is a saying that "cats have nine lives" - but the Lionesses seem to have an infinite number at Euro 2025. ✍🏻 👇🏻 🏴
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England's Lionesses overcome all odds to reach Euro 2025 final
England have overcome all odds to reach the Euro 2025 - so how have they done it?
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July 23, 2025 at 6:52 AM
There is a saying that "cats have nine lives" - but the Lionesses seem to have an infinite number at Euro 2025. ✍🏻 👇🏻 🏴
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It was a tale of England's resilience, a large slice of luck and an explosive impact of the 'super-subs' as they booked a semi-final on Tuesday against Italy. Sound familiar?
Piece from Zurich ✍🏻👇🏻 🏴
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Piece from Zurich ✍🏻👇🏻 🏴
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Euro 2025: Resilience, luck and subs - England's winning formula delivers
England's resilience, the impact of the 'super-subs' and a large slice of luck proved to be familiar traits in their penalty shootout win over Sweden.
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July 18, 2025 at 8:10 AM
It was a tale of England's resilience, a large slice of luck and an explosive impact of the 'super-subs' as they booked a semi-final on Tuesday against Italy. Sound familiar?
Piece from Zurich ✍🏻👇🏻 🏴
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Piece from Zurich ✍🏻👇🏻 🏴
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