What's working - and what's not - for WSL fans?
BBC Sport spoke to fans of the Women's Super League and England Lionesses to learn about their experiences in the game and discuss what could be improved.
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Notable Quotes
"At a men's game, you feel like you're just a cog. The game doesn't care about the fans. In the women's game, the players and staff want to build a relationship."
— Donna Jones , Activist
"The fan choice pilot is something that we've supported but this isn't the only part."
— Deborah Dilworth , Activist
"It's absolutely brilliant. People are better behaved."
— Rachel Major , Activist
"[My daughters] enjoyed it and the first thing they said was, 'Can we do it again?'"
— Mark Jenkins , Activist
Key People
Head of women's football at the Football Supporters' Association.
Season ticket-holder at London City Lionesses.
Fan and parent who took his daughters to a women’s match.
Michele Kang is an American businesswoman who has transformed the London City Lionesses since her takeover.
Arsenal supporter and season ticket-holder.
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BBC Sport spoke to fans of the Women's Super League and England Lionesses to learn about their experiences in the game and discuss what could be improved.
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