Arsenal Women kick off their latest Women's Super League title challenge this Sunday in a lunchtime fixture against Brighton & Hove Albion. The match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event as the Gunners look to improve on last season's runners-up finish and close a four-point gap to champions Manchester City W. nytimes.com first reported the story.
How can fans watch Arsenal Women this season?
Sky Sports holds the primary UK broadcast rights for the WSL this season, showing 90% of matches live for a total of 163 games. The BBC will air the remaining 10% of fixtures. For fans in the United States, Most important+ will stream 183 matches, with CBS Sports Network airing one match per week and select games also appearing on the CBS Sports Golazo Network. This extensive coverage reflects the league's growth following its expansion from 12 to 14 teams, which saw Charlton, Birmingham, and Crystal Palace promoted while Leicester were relegated.
What are the key fixtures for Arsenal's title bid?
Arsenal's schedule features several critical tests. They face Chelsea twice, on September 27 and March 28, reigniting a fierce rivalry. Last season, the teams met in a dramatic Champions League quarter-final, with Arsenal knocking Chelsea out of Europe despite a 3-2 aggregate loss in the second leg. Matches against Manchester City on October 4 and January 30 will also be key. You can track all upcoming games on our fixtures page. The team's strong finish to last season, with a recent form of WWWDW, provides a solid foundation. They ended the 2025 campaign in second place with 51 points from 22 games, recording 15 wins, 6 draws, and just 1 loss.
Who are the new faces in the Arsenal squad?
Switzerland midfielder Geraldine Reuteler joined the club this summer, adding depth to the engine room. "It's the right step for me to be here to improve my football skills," Reuteler said. Another player looking to make an impact is England youth international Ruby Mace. After playing as a centre-back for Everton last season, Mace hopes to return to her natural midfield role at Arsenal. "My position was a big question mark," Mace stated. "Playing in (midfield) this year hopefully can allow me the platform to shows what I can do." These additions complement a squad that scored 53 goals and conceded only 14 last season, resulting in a formidable +39 goal difference. View the full roster on our squad page.
Can Arsenal end their WSL title drought?
The central question for Arsenal Women this season is whether they can finally lift the WSL trophy again after a seven-year wait. The Athletic reported that the team is widely considered talented enough to win the league but has been hampered by slow starts in recent campaigns. Their qualification for the Women's Champions League league phase as last season's runners-up offers additional motivation and a demanding schedule. The team's defensive solidity, conceding the fewest goals in the league last season, will be key. For the latest league positions, visit our standings page. Arsenal's quest begins in earnest with their opening match against Brighton on Sunday, September 4, 2026.
