Women’s Super League to keep relegation after talks over controversial pause
Sport | The GuardianFriday, May 9, 2025 at 11:02:43 AM
The Women’s Super League and Women’s Championship will continue to enforce relegation after discussions about a four-year pause were abandoned. The proposal, aimed at growing the leagues, faced opposition from fans, Sky Sports, and some FA officials.
What This Means: The decision reflects a balance between competitive integrity and league development, signaling that stakeholders prioritize maintaining traditional promotion/relegation structures over experimental growth strategies in women's football. This aligns with broader efforts to professionalize the sport while preserving its competitive nature.
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