The Women’s Super League (WSL) fixtures for the 2023-24 season have been announced, and it promises to be an exciting campaign. The season will kick off on October 1, with champions Chelsea hosting London rivals Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford Bridge. The last day of the season will see a repeat of the 2021-22 final day, with Manchester United facing Chelsea.
Four of the opening weekend’s six matches will be played at main stadia, highlighting the growing popularity and support for women’s football. Aston Villa will host Manchester United at Villa Park in the early kick-off, Arsenal will welcome Liverpool to the Emirates Stadium, and newly-promoted Bristol City will host Leicester City at Ashton Gate, their new permanent home for next season.
Chelsea and Arsenal, two of the league’s powerhouses, will continue to play their home games at Stamford Bridge and the Emirates Stadium respectively. Chelsea will also play their Champions League home games at Stamford Bridge, while Arsenal will play five WSL games at the Emirates, having set a new league attendance record against Tottenham last season.
The WSL and Women’s Championship are set to be well-represented at this summer’s Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. Nearly 100 players from England’s top two divisions are expected to be in action, showcasing the quality and talent of the domestic leagues.
Fans in the UK will have multiple options to watch WSL matches. Sky Sports and the BBC will broadcast selected matches live, while matches not selected for live broadcast will be streamed on The FA Player. This increased coverage is a testament to the growing interest in women’s football and the efforts to make it more accessible to fans.
In addition to the regular fixtures, there are several key derby dates to look forward to throughout the season. Liverpool will face Everton on October 15, Manchester United will take on Manchester City on November 19, and Tottenham Hotspur will clash with Arsenal on December 17. These matches always generate excitement and passion, and they will be highly anticipated by fans.
The WSL season will conclude on May 18 with a set of intriguing fixtures. Arsenal will face Brighton, Aston Villa will take on Manchester City, Bristol City will play Everton, Leicester City will clash with Liverpool, Manchester United will face Chelsea, and Tottenham Hotspur will go up against West Ham. These matches could have significant implications for the final standings and add an extra layer of excitement to the last day of the season.
As fans eagerly await the start of the new WSL season, they can also enjoy the Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. The tournament, which begins on Thursday, will showcase the best female footballers from around the world and provide a platform for them to shine on the international stage.
With the release of the fixtures, anticipation for the 2023-24 WSL season is building. The league continues to grow in popularity and quality, attracting top players from around the world. As more fans show their support and attend matches, women’s football in England is reaching new heights. The upcoming season promises to be another thrilling chapter in the history of the WSL, and fans can’t wait for the action to begin.