New contenders emerge on WSL return - but Man City start strong
The Women’s Super League returned this weekend and with it a host of new signings, improved squads and unexpected results.
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"In the first half, it was almost [like we were] getting into it again. We turned it around and the second half was much smoother."
— Andree Jeglertz , Athlete
Key People
Two-time Ballon d'Or winner and renowned midfielder who left Barcelona to join London City Lionesses.
Manager of Birmingham City women's football team.
Manager of Brighton women's football team.
Eva Olid is a former manager of Hearts who has guided the team to their first Scottish league title.
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The Women’s Super League returned this weekend and with it a host of new signings, improved squads and unexpected results.
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