Scrapping relegation can help WSL dodge trap set by men’s football Sport Business The WSL’s new leadership deserves credit for seriously considering ditching relegation in pursuit of a firmer financial footing for women’s football, writes Ed Warner. Manchester City have sacked their head coach with hopes of Champions League qualification this season fading and only cup dreams to cling to. No, not Pep Guardiola, but Gareth Taylor, now [...]
Arsenal cash in on Champions League return with record revenue Sport Business Arsenal’s return to the Champions League and lucrative new sponsorship deals boosted the club’s revenue by 32 per cent to a record £616.6m last year. The £150m increase came from improved matchday, broadcast and commercial revenues and puts Arsenal behind only Manchester City and Manchester United for income in the Premier League. But £256m of [...]
Arsenal Women make Emirates Stadium their main home after soaring attendances On the move From next season Arsenal Women will play eight of 11 WSL fixtures at the ground, as well as any home games in the Women’s Champions League.