The Barclays Women's Super League (WSL) is heating up! This weekend delivered some thrilling clashes, with Leicester City taking on Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City facing off against London City Lionesses. Let's dive into the action!
Leicester City vs Tottenham Hotspur: Confirmed Line-ups and Match Details
Leicester City hosted Tottenham Hotspur in a highly anticipated match. Tottenham's manager, Martin Ho, made strategic changes to the starting lineup following their Subway Women’s League Cup victory over Aston Villa. Drew Spence returned to the midfield, partnering with Eveliina Summanen. Olivia Holdt earned her first start since the season opener, and Bethany England led the attack.
Tottenham's Starting XI: Kop, Nilden, Naz, England (c), Holdt, Rybrink, Hunt, Tandberg, Spence, Summanen, Koga.
Leicester City's Starting XI: Leitzig, Kees, Tierney, Egmond, Cayman (c), Ale, Eiriksdottir, Payne, Thibaud, Cain, McLoughlin.
Man City vs London City Lionesses: Another WSL Thriller
Manchester City also battled it out against London City Lionesses. While specific details about the game are still emerging, it's clear that the WSL is providing exciting football action for fans across South Africa and beyond.
WSL on Sky Sports: A New Era for Women's Football
Sky Sports has begun a new five-year partnership with the WSL, showcasing 90% of all Women's Super League matches from the 2025/26 season. This means more live games, greater visibility, and increased accessibility for fans. Most WSL matches will now kick off at 12pm on Sundays (UK time), creating a regular viewing window.
Sky Sports offers multiple ways to watch, including Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports+, and the Sky Sports app. Free highlights are also available on the Sky Sports website and app, ensuring that everyone can stay up-to-date with the latest WSL action.
Don't Miss Out on the WSL Action!
With more coverage and exciting matches, now is the perfect time to get involved in the Women's Super League. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to the sport, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Keep an eye on NewsRPT for more updates and highlights from the WSL!