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A women’s football page founded by Stuart Barker to promote girls and women’s football at all levels. Sponsors of Gabriella Howell (Dartford) and Megan Fox (Moneyfields).
Photo Diary 📸 Toju Bello

Sarina’s Lionesses were emphatic 8–0 winners over China, driven by a ruthless attacking display and contributions from across the frontline.

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December 1, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Photo Diary 📸 Ian Middlebrook

Fulham eased through to the Third Round of the Adobe Women's FA Cup after a dominant first half display against Bristol Rovers at the Memorial Stadium.

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November 28, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Photo Diary 📸 Tom Phillips Photography

Moneys secured three important points against title rivals Bristol Rovers in the race for the FA Women's National League Division One South West title.

The only goal came from a first-half header by Shannon Albuery.

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Photo Diary: Bristol Rovers 0-1 Moneyfields
Moneyfields secured an important three points in the race for the FA Women’s National League Division One South West title thanks to a first-half header from Shannon Albuery. Karl Watson’s si…
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November 17, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Match Report ✍️ Declan Murphy

A tense, error-strewn afternoon at the Silverlake Stadium ends all square as Saints halt their losing run with a 1-1 draw with Durham.

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Match Report: Southampton 1-1 Durham
A TENSE, error-strewn afternoon at the Silverlake ends level as Saints halt their losing run. It was a cagey affair at the Silverlake Stadium this afternoon as Southampton and Durham shared the poi…
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November 17, 2025 at 10:20 AM
WSL Football has shared new design guidelines for elite women’s stadiums, focused on inclusivity, sustainability & fan-friendly facilities. 🏟️

With many teams financially dependent on their men’s teams, will this deepen divides or lead to ground sharing?

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WSL Unveils Groundbreaking Design Guidelines for Elite Women’s Stadiums
Today, WSL Football has launched a new set of Design Guidelines for the Delivery of Elite Women’s Stadiums in England, marking a huge milestone in the evolution of the women’s game. The comprehensi…
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November 14, 2025 at 10:03 AM
Photo Diary 📸 Tom Phillips Photography

Chelsea secured a 2–0 victory over London City Lionesses at Stamford Bridge to extend their unbeaten run this season.

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Photo Diary: Chelsea 2-0 London City Lionesses
Chelsea Women secured a 2–0 victory over London City Lionesses at Stamford Bridge to extend their unbeaten run this season. Ellie Carpenter opened the scoring just six minutes in, netting her first…
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November 1, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Photo Diary 📸 Ian Middlebrook

Gwalia United progress in the Adobe Women's FA Cup with a hard-fought win over Winchester City Flyers.

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Photo Diary: Winchester City Flyers 0-4 Gwalia United
Gwalia United moved into the Second Round of the Adobe Women’s FA Cup on Sunday after a hard fought victory over Winchester City Flyers. However, the winning margin of four goals was very har…
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October 29, 2025 at 8:11 PM
Photo Diary 📸 Jess Deakin

In a hard-fought First Round clash of the Adobe Women's FA Cup at SEAH Stadium, Wolves Women edged past Rugby Borough WFC 2–1 to secure their place in the second round.

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Photo Diary: Wolves 2-1 Rugby Borough
In a hard-fought First Round clash of the Adobe Women’s FA Cup at SEAH Stadium, Wolves Women edged past Rugby Borough 2–1 to secure their place in the second round. Wolves broke the deadlock just b…
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October 28, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Photo Diary 📸 Clare Overfield

A resilient Hull City LFC battled back from an early setback to claim victory over Halifax FC Women.

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Photo Diary: Halifax 1-4 Hull City
In freezing, rain-soaked conditions, a resilient Hull City side battled back from an early setback to claim a commanding comeback win over Halifax. Despite conceding in the fourth minute after a go…
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October 28, 2025 at 5:48 PM
After narrowly missing out on the league title to Middlesbrough by just five goals last season, Cheadle Town Stingers have their shot at revenge, live on TNT sports tomorrow.

Stu Barker chats with Dylan Wimbury ahead of a huge Adobe Womens FA Cup clash.

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Buzzing for the Adobe Women’s FA Cup: Cheadle Town Stingers Eye a Famous Win
Football is often measured in results — in goals scored, trophies lifted, and promotions earned — but sometimes, its truest power lies in moments. For Cheadle Town Stingers, this weekend’s Adobe Wo…
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October 24, 2025 at 12:05 PM
It's all smiles as the Lionesses prepare for Saturday's friendly with Brazil 🇧🇷

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October 23, 2025 at 5:42 AM
Photo Diary 📸 Sann Media Co

Southampton Women and AFC Portchester played out an entertaining 2-2 draw, with Portchy grabbing a late equaliser through Becky Bath.

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Photo Diary: Southampton Women 2-2 AFC Portchester
Southern Region Women’s Football League Premier Division sides, Southampton Women and AFC Portchester, played out an entertaining 2–2 draw at Test Park Sports Ground, with Portchester’s…
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October 19, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Who shines brightest? Nicolas Andrews-Gauvain highlights his favourites for the FA WNL September Manager of the Month crowns.

Nominees include WBA's Siobhan Hodgetts-Still, Marie Hourihan at Plymouth Argyle and more.

We'd ❤️ to know who gets your votes?

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FA Women’s National League: September Manager of the Month Contenders
The FA Women’s National League has today announced its nominations for Manager of the Month. While there are many worthy candidates, I wanted to take a moment to highlight some of the excellent wor…
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October 9, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Photo Diary 📸 Ian Middlebrook

A ruthless AFC Portchester progress to the Adobe Women's FA Cup First Round after a one-sided match against a young Weymouth.

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Photo Diary: AFC Portchester vs Weymouth
AFC Portchester eased into the First Round of the Adobe Women’s FA Cup on Sunday with a dominant display over Weymouth at the OnSite Group Stadium. Becki Bath was the star of the show for Por…
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October 9, 2025 at 1:43 PM
New badge, same fire. 🔥

Alex Baker of Atletico London chats with Stu Barker about the rebrand from London Seward and the relentless spirit powering the team as they prepare to welcome Cambridge Utd in the Adobe Women’s FA Cup.

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Exclusive: Atlético London’s No.1: Alex Baker on Resilience, Rebrand, and the Road Ahead
When you speak to Alex Baker, it’s clear you’re talking to someone who has lived and breathed football across every level of the women’s game. The Atlético London goalkeeper, who joined the club ju…
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October 4, 2025 at 7:27 PM
We have always prided ourselves on giving back to the women’s game. One way we do this is through player sponsorship, and this season we are delighted to continue that tradition by supporting Whitehaven AFC striker, Phoebe Mullen.

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September 29, 2025 at 8:05 AM
Photo Diary 📸 Ian Middlebrook

Goalkeeper, Tegan Barnes, was the hero on Sunday, as she saved three penalties in a shoot-out to send Wimborne Town through to the Third Qualifying Round of the Adobe Women’s FA Cup against Shaftesbury.

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September 27, 2025 at 7:30 AM
“We’re Ready to Bounce Back"

Southampton Women's FC’s Eliska Lynn tells Stuart Barker about her inspiration, the resilience she's developed since joining the club and their Adobe Women's FA Cup 🏆 dreams as they prepare to host Steyning Town today.

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Exclusive Interview: Southampton Women’s Eliška Lynn
This Sunday, the Adobe Women’s FA Cup continues as Southampton Women welcome Steyning Town in the Second Qualifying Round. Few clubs can boast such a proud history in the competition—only Arsenal h…
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September 21, 2025 at 6:17 AM
This news hits hard 🥲 and on the anniversary of Maddy Cusack’s passing, it feels even heavier.

On behalf of everyone at Since 71, we want to extend our deepest condolences to all who are affected by this heartbreaking loss 💔
September 20, 2025 at 8:42 PM
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What is the match-going WSL experience like for fans with disabilities and what more could be done? I've written about this for @sport.theguardian.com
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‘I am contemplating my choice of team’: disabled WSL fans call for more to be done
With stadiums across the Women’s Super League varying widely, fans’ needs can often be short-changed
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September 18, 2025 at 12:44 PM
From lining up with just nine players to an Adobe Women’s FA Cup run, Manchester Laces’ journey shows the power of passion, resilience and community.

Stu Barker talks with Tam Elkie-O’Connor about her story and the rise of the Laces.

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From Nine Players to the FA Cup: Tamsyn Elkie-O’Connor  Reflects on the Rise of Manchester Laces
Manchester Laces are a community football club founded in 2021 by Helen Hardy of Foudys Fame. The aim was to provide an inclusive space for women, non-binary, and trans players. The club has expand…
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September 18, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Photo Diary 📸 Ian Middlebrook

Weymouth got their season off to a winning start on Sunday when they eased into the Second Qualifying Round of the Adobe Women's FA Cup with a 4-0 victory over Frome Town.

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Photo Diary: Frome Town 0-4 Weymouth
Weymouth got their season off to a winning start on Sunday when they eased into the Second Qualifying Round of the Adobe Women’s FA Cup with a 4-0 victory over Frome Town. The Dorset team tra…
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September 12, 2025 at 10:25 AM
The Adobe Womens FA Cup second qualifying round draw is out! ⚽️

The Manchester derby between Manchester Laces and FC United of Manchester caught our eye. 👀

The 🎱 time winners, Southampton Womens FC, will host Steyning Town.

Ebbsfleet United to welcome Saltdean United for a hugely competitive tie.
September 8, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Match Report 🆚 AFC Bournemouth

It was two moments of brilliance from Sophie Quirk in both halves that were the difference in today’s second fixture of our FA Women's National League Cup campaign.

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Match Report: AFC Bournemouth 2-0 Moneys Women
It was two moments of brilliance from Sophie Quirk in both halves that were the difference in today’s second fixture of Moneys’ FAWNL Cup campaign. Moneyfields sit 3rd in the table on one point behind...
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September 7, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Photo Diary 📸 Clare Overfield

Sunderland kicked off the 2025/26 Barclays WSL2 season with a 4-0 win over Sheffield United.

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Photo Diary: Sheffield United 0-4 Sunderland
Sunderland kicked off the WSL 2 campaign in style with a convincing 4–0 win away to Sheffield United at Bramall Lane. Izzy Atkinson broke the deadlock just before the interval, volleying home from …
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September 6, 2025 at 12:28 PM