Do foreign players prevent young English players’ accessing first team football in the FA...
When an international tournament appears on the horizon, the lack of opportunities for English players due to the rising number of foreigners becomes a trendy topic again.
FA WSL, BT Sport and BBC conspire to upset Arsenal fans
The FA WSL, BT Sport and the BBC seem to have conspired to upset Arsenal fans by no longer allowing us to enjoy a regular 2pm Sunday slot.
Is it fair these 3 players don’t get a chance with England?
There are a few names that have been thrown around as potential Lionesses at the World Cup who are not getting a look in.
Arsenal’s road to the title is full of obstacles but we shall overcome them
The penalty shoot-out to defeat to Manchester City on Saturday means the only remaining target for Arsenal's Women is the League title.
Arsenal v Manchester City: 2 UK papers disgrace themselves with Conti Cup final coverage
On Saturday afternoon, Arsenal faced Manchester City in the Conti Cup final, not that you’d know it from the coverage in Sunday’s papers.
Referees to clamp down in FA WSL and FA WC
The FA have finally started to address one of the biggest refereeing problems in Women's football - the leniency in applying Law 12 and the protection of players' physical integrity.
The Rise and Stay of Football Shirt Gambling Sponsors
Why it’s popular for gambling operators to sponsor football shirts and how football clubs and gambling operators are the perfect partnership!
My FA WSL 2018 Team of the Year
As we’re coming to the end of the year, here is my FA WSL 2018 best XI, based on the games I have attended and match highlights.
Top 3 Women players 2018
It is the end of year awards and time to disclose my top three players of the year.
Football is still a long way from gender equality
For Helen Ward, it’s too late to undo the injustices she faced. But in speaking out, she exposes some ugly truths that need addressing, and she helps pave the way for those who follow in her footsteps.
What a t**t: Arsenal players react to Ballon d’Or sexism
What do you ask the first ever woman to win the Ballon d’Or who has just given a rousing speech aimed at encouraging more women and girls to get involved with the sport? Well, if you’re a dick with a dick, you ask her to twerk, of course.
Arsenal’s small squad size causing problems
Arsenal Women's unbeaten run ended up with a 2-0 defeat away at City but it wasn't unexpected considering our bad luck with injuries in the last few weeks.
Has the creation of a full-time league led to more professional contracts?
A couple of years ago, the FA decided to go for a full-time professional women's football League so with the FA WSL in a new era, let's have a look at the transfer numbers from 2013 to 2018.
Is January the last chance for EU bargains before Brexit?
With Brexit coming at the end of March 2019 and a large number of injured players at Arsenal, the January transfer window might be crucial for in the quest for trophies.
Has the sack race finally arrived in Women’s Football?
Four months into the season and three managers are no longer in their jobs in the FA WSL and FA WC, so are they more at risk than before with teams now full-time?
‘Not Super’: Daily Mail football writer makes ridiculous women’s football claim
Martin Samuel in the Daily Mail football section complains the Women’s Super League just isn’t super enough to warrant coverage in a national newspaper.
10 former Arsenal youngsters shining in NCAA tournament
Throughout the years Arsenal have lost many players who went to the USA to study and play, starting with the one and only Kelly Smith who went to Seton Hall.
Natural born killer: Vivianne Miedema
Just 22, Vivianne Miedema has scored 114 goals in 132 games. But who is this player who’s proving that the female of the species is just as deadly as the male?
5 reasons female Arsenal fans should stay in the kitchen
A look at some of the accusations levelled at female football fans and the truth behind them.
Arsenal’s manager stepping up to the challenge
Arsenal Women are absolutely flying this season having just put five past the reigning Champions, Chelsea, away from home. So who is the manager that looks to have the team back on track?
3 favourites picked – Who could win the Ballon d’Or?
France football have created the Women's Ballon d'Or and, for the first Edition, there are 15 nominees.
When will the FA do something about awful officials?
Another Sunday and another inept referee. I really wonder if English referees are told not to worry about the players' physical integrity because it is a recurrent problem at every level.
Arsenal’s manager stepping up to the challenge to bring back glory
Arsenal Women are absolutely flying this season having scored 24 goals already in just a handful of matches. So who is the manager that looks to have the team back on track?
Crowds at women’s football have more impact on the players
One of the main differences between men's and women's football is the attendance.
At the Emirates, you will get around 60k while at Borehamwood it...
Arsenal’s fixtures analysed
The FA has finally disclosed the full FA WSL schedule barely 17 days before the season starts.
Arsenal homegrown numbers hint at policy change by FA
If we look at the current Arsenal squad, it is a vibrant multi-cultural international group, but do we have enough home-grown players to comply with the FA WSL rules?
Is there enough strength in depth in the Women’s squads?
The new season is four weeks away and there are 18 players in the current Arsenal first-team squad but the Academy is looking threadbare.
Miedema holds football clinic at former club
Vivianne Miedema held a football clinic at her former club, VV De Weide in Hoogeveen this weekend.
Money for nothing: Another casualty after latest FA reform
Sheffield FC Ladies have withdrawn from the newly named FA Women's Championship citing 'money' as the main reason behind their decision.
How Arsenal have led from the front in women’s football
There are countless reasons why you can be proud to be an Arsenal fan. One of the proudest regards I have for Arsenal however, is how they strive for respect and encourage diversity and equality. In particular, how they have led from the front in Women’s football.
The Women’s Football Awards 2018
I was lucky enough to be invited to the FA Women's Football Award 2018. It was the 20th annual edition celebrating the best of women's football.
Analysing the upcoming FA WSL transfer window: Who needs what?
The FA WSL transfer window will open on the June 1, so let's have a look at what the 11 teams could do in the next couple of months.
Astonishing decision as new FA WSL and Championship teams to be revealed on Sunday
The FA has announced that they will disclose the teams with a successful bid for the 2018/19 season on Sunday.
Arsenal Player of the Season top 3 plus youth PotS picked
As we are reaching the end of the season, it is time to announce the Player of the Year awards and we've picked our top 3 players as well as the best young player.
Can Arsenal Women still qualify for the Champions League following latest setback ?
Sunday's 3-0 away defeat to Birmingham City Ladies means there is not much hope of Champions League football next season, with a cup double now the main target for the team.
FA Women’s Cup postponement leads to fixture list congestion
Sunday's FA Women's Cup quarter final postponement is set to create a number of fixture list problems before the end of the season on 20th May.
Can Arsenal Women work miracle and qualify for Champions League
After last week's 2-2 draw between Manchester City and Chelsea, the race is on for the Gunners to try to snatch a Champions League place from one of the top two teams.
Long read: The condescension of female football fans in 2018
Almost three years ago, one of my first features for Daily Cannon was about the condescension of female football fans.
Why Arsenal Women don’t have a photographer
After our interview with Arsenal photographer, David Price, recently, it got us thinking: Do the women’s side have their own ‘tog and, if not, why not?
Passmasters, Phil Neville & injury woes: 3 things Arsenal Women learned from win over...
Arsenal Women did the job and got a much-needed win against Everton on a freezing Friday evening.