The 2023-24 Women's Super League (WSL) is set to kick off on September 4th with a series of exciting matches. The league, now expanded to include 14 teams, will feature several notable clashes in its opening round.
One of the highlights of the season is expected to be Alexia Putellas' potential WSL debut when London City Lionesses host Manchester United. Putellas, who recently won her second Ballon d'Or award, could make a significant impact on the field as she adjusts to life with the Lionesses. Meanwhile, the match between London City and former club Birmingham will also draw attention, with goalkeeper Mary Earps potentially facing off against her old teammates.
Promotion from the Women’s Championship has brought Charlton Athletic into the WSL for the first time, where they will face a tough test against Liverpool in their opening game. Crystal Palace, which was absent last season, returns to the league and will take on Everton in a competitive match.
In London, Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United are set to clash in what is being dubbed as a 'London derby.' Chelsea will host Aston Villa at Stamford Bridge, while Arsenal faces Brighton & Hove Albion. These matches promise to be highly anticipated by fans of the WSL.
The scheduling of these fixtures was no small feat for WSL Football, which reportedly ran over 1.5 billion iterations to ensure the calendar accommodated stadium availability, broadcast requirements, and clashes with domestic and European competitions in both men’s and women’s games.
