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NI World Cup hopes gone from 'improbable to impossible'

Michael McArdle admits Northern Ireland's chances of beating Portugal in a Women's World Cup play-off have "gone from improbable to impossible" after a 4-0 first leg defeat.

October 9, 2026

Family, football and Dalglish - what drives NI boss McArdle?

BBC Sport NI's Andy Gray sits down with Northern Ireland manager Michael McArdle to discuss his long career ahead of his biggest managerial test in the World Cup play-offs.

October 7, 2026

Is Man City bench key to WSL and Champions League double dream?

Manchester City have had a strong start to the WSL season, but have they showed they are capable of juggling Champions League football?

October 7, 2026

Arsenal 10 points off WSL leaders - is Slegers' job at risk?

It is only five matches into the WSL season but Arsenal are already 10 points behind leaders Manchester City and manager Renee Slegers is coming under increasing scrutiny.

October 4, 2026

London City hit Tottenham for six to end unbeaten run

Alexia Putellas and Kadidiatou Diani both scored twice as London City Lionesses put six goals past Tottenham to end Spurs' unbeaten start to the Women's Super League.

October 4, 2026

Why penalty for Williamson handball was correct call

Arsenal defender Leah Williamson was at the heart of a bizarre incident in their Women's Champions League draw with Paris FC.

October 1, 2026

'Business as usual' for Man City Women despite Premier League guilty verdicts

Manchester City manager Andree Jeglertz said it was "business as usual" for the women's team despite the Premier League charges against the club.

September 30, 2026

Fishlock set for Wales return - but not as player

Rhian Wilkinson says in-form Wales icon Jess Fishlock will be back with the national team if they reach a Women's World Cup play-off final in December – but only as a coach.

September 30, 2026

Could Potter be England's next breakthrough star?

With Sarina Wiegman set to name her latest England squad on Tuesday, there is one name everyone is talking about - Lexi Potter. Here is why.

September 28, 2026

Chelsea restore resilience - are they title contenders again?

Doubt crept in at Chelsea last season when they lost their Women's Super League crown - but early signs in this campaign suggest they have regained their spark for another challenge.

September 27, 2026

Man Utd bag their first win of the season against West Ham

Eva Olid claims her first Women's Super League victory as Manchester United manager, but they were made to work hard to beat West Ham.

September 27, 2026

Putellas scores first WSL goal as London City beat Brighton

Alexia Putellas scores her first goal in the Women's Super League as London City Lionesses beat Brighton 2-0 at the Copperjax Community Stadium.

September 26, 2026

The teething troubles with Man Utd's tactics under Olid

Eva Olid promised high-possession attacking football at Manchester United, so why has it not worked yet?

September 26, 2026

Fox makes 'easy decision' to sign three-year Arsenal deal

USA international Emily Fox has described signed a new contract at Arsenal as "an easy decision".

September 24, 2026

Ad break during game was unscheduled, says Disney+

Coverage of Arsenal's Women's Champions League opener also featured a dog on set, a vegetable platter and a rotating floor.

September 23, 2026

'Alarming' - does WSL have a homegrown problem?

The London City Lionesses raised eyebrows with no English players in their starting line-up against Manchester United, but is there a wider trend?

September 22, 2026

London City's new training centre 'better than most Premier League clubs' - Kang

Michele Kang believes London City Lionesses' planned new training ground will set a new standard in the women's game and surpass facilities used by most men's Premier League clubs.

September 18, 2026

'I'm not doing this as a charity' - Kang on trying to 'level playing field'

London City Lionesses owner Michele Kang shares why it is so important for more infrastructure in women's sports.

September 18, 2026

Bellamy right to speak to Burnley - FAW chief Adams

FAW chief football officer David Adams says he has a list of potential replacements for when Craig Bellamy ends his spell as Wales head coach.

September 18, 2026

'I thought I was going to die' - Burnley boss on sepsis scare

Burnley manager Jackie Bachteler will be in the dugout at Turf Moor on Sunday for the first time - but nine months ago she was fighting for her life.

September 13, 2026

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NI World Cup hopes gone from 'improbable to impossible'

Highlights: Portugal ease past Northern Ireland at Inver Park Michael McArdle admits Northern Ireland's chances of beating Portugal in a 2027 Women's World Cup play-off semi-final have "gone from imp

bbc.co.uk•October 10, 2026

Can Man City juggle WSL title defence and Champions League?

Manchester City have won every game in the Women's Super League this season When Manchester City began the defence of their Women's Super League title there was one question on everyone's minds. Can

bbc.co.uk•October 7, 2026

Family, football and Dalglish - what drives NI boss McArdle?

Michael McArdle was appointed Northern Ireland manager in March and has won two of his four matches As Michael McArdle sits down for an interview with BBC Sport at Windsor Park, he's as relaxed as th

bbc.co.uk•October 7, 2026

Arsenal 10 points off WSL leaders - is Slegers' job at risk?

Renee Slegers led Arsenal to the Women's Champions League title in 2025 It is only five matches into the Women's Super League season and Arsenal are already 10 points behind leaders Manchester City -

bbc.co.uk•October 5, 2026

London City hit Tottenham for six to end unbeaten run

There was an error Alexia Putellas and Kadidiatou Diani both scored twice as London City Lionesses put six goals past Tottenham to end Spurs' unbeaten start to the Women's Super League. MATCH REPORT

bbc.co.uk•October 4, 2026

Why penalty for Williamson handball was correct call

Arsenal let two-goal lead slip to draw with Paris FC A bizarre error from Arsenal defender Leah Williamson proved costly in their 2-2 draw with Paris FC on Wednesday in the Women's Champions League.

bbc.co.uk•October 1, 2026

'Business as usual' for Man City Women despite Premier League guilty verdicts

Andree Jeglertz won the WSL title with Manchester City in his first season Manchester City manager Andree Jeglertz did not comment on whether he had received assurances that the women's team would no

bbc.co.uk•September 30, 2026

Fishlock set for Wales return - but not as player

Jess Fishlock (centre) scored twice last weekend to reach 52 regular-season goals for Seattle Reign, which took her past Megan Rapinoe's previous club record Rhian Wilkinson says in-form Wale icon Je

bbc.co.uk•September 30, 2026

Could Potter be England's next breakthrough star?

Lexi Potter starred in Chelsea's 1-0 victory over Arsenal on Sunday With Sarina Wiegman set to name her latest England squad on Tuesday, there is one name everyone is talking about. Lexi Potter. Th

bbc.co.uk•September 28, 2026

Chelsea restore resilience - are they title contenders again?

Thompson goal enough to give Chelsea feisty derby win over Arsenal Doubt crept in at Chelsea last season when they lost their Women's Super League crown - but early signs in this campaign suggest the

bbc.co.uk•September 28, 2026

Man Utd bag their first win of the season against West Ham

There was an error Eva Olid claims her first Women's Super League victory as Manchester United manager, but they were made to work hard to beat West Ham. MATCH REPORT: WSL - Manchester United 2-1 We

bbc.co.uk•September 27, 2026

Putellas scores first WSL goal as London City beat Brighton

There was an error Alexia Putellas scores her first goal in the Women's Super League as London City Lionesses beat Brighton 2-0 at the Copperjax Community Stadium. MATCH REPORT: London City Lionesse

bbc.co.uk•September 27, 2026

The teething troubles with Man Utd's tactics under Olid

Eva Olid has one draw from her opening three WSL games in charge of Man Utd Eva Olid was given the Manchester United job with a reputation for playing high-possession attacking football and her impre

bbc.co.uk•September 26, 2026

Fox makes 'easy decision' to sign three-year Arsenal deal

Arsenal signed USA defender Emily Fox from North Carolina Courage in 2024 USA international Emily Fox has described her decision to sign a new contract at Arsenal as "an easy decision". The 28-year-

bbc.co.uk•September 24, 2026

Ad break in Women's Champions League was unscheduled

Disney+ won the broadcast rights for the Women's Champions League from the 2025-26 season for five years A three-minute advert break during a Women's Champions League game was not scheduled, Disney+

bbc.co.uk•September 23, 2026

'Alarming' - does WSL have a homegrown problem?

Hannah Hampton and Lauren James are two players that have established themselves in the England starting XI under Sarina Wiegman (centre) When London City Lionesses beat Manchester United on the open

bbc.co.uk•September 22, 2026

'I'm not doing this as a charity' - Kang on trying to 'level playing field'

London City Lionesses owner Michele Kang shares why she invests in women's football and why there is a need for more infrastructure. Watch - The Football Interview

bbc.co.uk•September 18, 2026

London City's new training centre 'better than most Premier League clubs' - Kang

'I'm not doing this as a charity' - Kang on why she's trying to 'level playing field' Michele Kang believes London City Lionesses' planned training ground will set a new standard in the women's game

bbc.co.uk•September 18, 2026

Bellamy right to speak to Burnley - FAW chief Adams

Craig Bellamy won 78 caps for Wales, scoring 19 goals and also led his country Football Association of Wales (FAW) chief football officer David Adams says Craig Bellamy was right to hold talks with B

bbc.co.uk•September 18, 2026

'I thought I was going to die' - Burnley boss on sepsis scare

Jackie Bachteler says Burnley stepped up and 'supported me through everything' as she learned how to walk again Burnley manager Jackie Bachteler will be in the dugout at Turf Moor on Sunday for the f

bbc.co.uk•September 13, 2026