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The Lionesses are breaking records and expectations on and off the pitch. After a historic summer in Switzerland at the Euros, where they won back-to-back Titles, it has been announced that 16.2 million people in the UK tuned in to the final against Spain, which England won 3-1 on penalties after it ended 1-1 at the end of extra time.

According to new research from the Women’s Sport Trust, 30% of consumers (16.4 million people in the UK) feel more favourable towards brands that sponsor women's sport. That means they shop or use branded products that might feature players on the front of packaging, sponsored social media content, or kit sponsors in women's sports. This support is greater for women's sports than for men's, with only 20% (10.7 million) feeling the same about a brand supporting men. 

England's first outing of the year, as they start their 2027 World Cup qualification process, began with a bang, a 6-1 victory over Ukraine. They currently sit top of their group, which also includes Spain and Iceland, only on goal difference, with the fixtures between these two nations likely deciding who gets the one automatic qualification spot available.

England begin their FIFA Women's World Cup qualifying campaign against Ukraine, aiming to establish early momentum in a demanding League A group that also includes Spain and Iceland. The fixture will be played in Turkey, where Ukraine are hosting their home matches due to the ongoing war in their country.

The International Football Association Board (IFAB) have announced a new rule to take effect on 1 July 2026. They set the laws of football and also approve a package of measures to counter tactics aimed at disrupting the tempo of matches.

Three months ago, Mary Earps released excerpts of her autobiography ahead of its official release. In those controversial sections, she spoke about her own difficulties with her sexuality, but the parts that caught the most attention were her controversies surrounding Sarina Wiegman and Hannah Hampton.

In a recent press conference in England, Leah Williamson said she would "never rule out" strike action over scheduling concerns.

Chelsea have announced the appointment of Phil Radley as the club's new Sporting Director.

The women's Asian Cup is about to kick off, with Olympic and World Cup qualification on the line; it's all to play for. Australia come in as the top favourites as well as the hosts, with Japan being possibly the only country that could challenge them for the trophy. 

The fans have been heard, with the recent announcement of significant changes to the women's FA Cup. The FA has announced that it will pause the progression of the new format to complete additional consultations.

The Women's FA Cup is one of the longest-serving women's football competitions in the country, one with prestige and history. 

The Champions League play-offs finished, and knockout football begins as we get down to the final eight teams who head into the quarter-finals. Let's have a look at what happened in the second leg of the playoffs.