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Author: Grace Gunn
Match Preview: Can Manchester United Women finally get the better of their rivals Liverpool in the Women’s Super League?
Manchester United are back in league action this weekend as they host fierce rivals Liverpool at Leigh Sports Village on Sunday, January 15. The two sides will go head-to-head for just the fourth time in history after meeting previously in the 2018/19 Women’s Super League and 2020 League Cup, but the Red Devils have fallen […]
BREAKING: Aston Villa confirm the signing of Manchester United midfielder Lucy Staniforth
Aston Villa announce the signing of Manchester United’s Lucy Staniforth on an initial 18-month deal as they complete their second signing. The 30-year-old joins following the contract termination despite signing a new contract with the Red Devils in August 2022 after speculation of a summer departure. Staniforth will join former United teammate Kirsty Hanson who […]
Aston Villa Women’s transfer round up: are they on the prowl for silverware?
With the January winter transfer window in full swing, Carla Ward’s Aston Villa wasted no time in re-enforcing their injury depleted squad. Having already attracted big names in the summer, such as Rachel Daly, Villa have attracted Arsenal’s Jordan Nobbs. The midfielder comes in on an 18-month contract with a further option to extend after […]
Worcester-based Severn Stars announce their squad ahead of the 2023 VNSL season
With the start of the Vitality Netball Super League just around the corner, Worcester based franchise Severn Stars announce their exciting new line-up for the upcoming 2023 season. After a tough 2022 season, Stars saw a vast array of talent depart including club captain Liana Leota and vice-captain Iman Thomas, and head coach Melissa Bessell. […]
Aston Villa’s Carla Ward states “Hannah Hampton will start” ahead of their FA WSL Cup clash against Durham
The curse of the draws, who will blink first in group A of the FA WSL Cup as Aston Villa host Durham at the Poundland Bescot Stadium? With none of the five sides yet to pick up three points in 90 minutes, a win for either Villa or Durham, will stake a real claim in […]