The Worldwide Commercialisation Of Women’s Sports
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HerSport Editor
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December 2, 2024
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Latest, Soccer, Sports, Sports Business
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Arsenal, Aviva stadium, football, Ogier, Republic of Ireland Women's National Team, Women's Sports, WSL
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Interest in women’s sports has surged exponentially in recent years, driving significant commercial growth. Football in the UK serves as a prime example of this trend. In this article, we examine the primary areas of commercial expansion for women’s sports and the challenges associated with keeping pace with this rapid growth, including potential legal issues. Sponsorship and media rights Deloitte …
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Arsenal and Chelsea will meet NWSL teams in US summer tour
ESPN reported that Women’s Super League sides Arsenal and champions Chelsea will face NWSL teams in a US Tour set for this August, which will also include a matchup between the two WSL sides in Washington, D.C. Arsenal will play Washington Spirit while Chelsea will play 2023 NWSL champions NJ/NY Gotham FC, both at Red Bull Arena in New Jersey. …
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“I can only control my own behaviours and I’ve reflected on that”: Emma Hayes comments on clash with Eidevall
Chelsea boss and incoming USWNT coach Emma Hayes admitted to “lessons learned” but offered no apology when questioned about her clash with Arsenal coach Jonas Eidevall at last month’s Women’s League Cup final. Hayes appeared to shove Eidevall after Chelsea’s 1-0 defeat following a touchline altercation involving Chelsea player Erin Cuthbert during the game, and Hayes later accused Eidevall of …
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Arsenal Are the Conti Cup champions: McCabe celebrates, Hayes shoves Eidevall, Maanum in stable condition after collapse
Arsenal Are the Conti Cup champions, coming out on top over Chelsea, 1-0, at the Molineux Stadium after 120 minutes and a goal from Stina Blackstenius. From a medical scare to tension between the managers, and the fact that outcome means Jonas Eidevall’s side have denied The Blues the chance at the quadruple, it was a dramatic affair all around, …
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Arsenal double down on Australia tour despite concerns over player welfare and the climate
Last week Arsenal announced that their women’s side would venture on a tour to Australia to take on the A-League All Stars XI in a friendly match on May 24th, which was met with a mixed reception from both fans and onlookers alike. Given the fixture falls just a mere six days following their last WSL game of the season …
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UEFA announces new Women’s Champions League format, second-tier competition
The Women’s Champions League will follow the “Swiss model” from the 2025-2026 season, while the UEFA will also launch a new second-tier competition, the UEFA announced Saturday after an Executive Committee meeting in Hamburg, Germany. “The UEFA Executive Committee approved a new format for the UEFA Women’s Champions League, consisting of an 18-team league phase with three home and three …
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Jonas Eidevall Pens New Long Term Deal With Arsenal
Arsenal manager Jonas Eidevall has been offered a new long term deal by the club, which is reported to extend his stay until 2026. He had previously penned a deal with the Gunners in June 2021, joining from Swedish side FC Rosengard and succeeding Joe Montemurro. It comes as Arsenal failed to qualify for the Champions League this year, although …
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Ireland and Northern Ireland Squads announced for UEFA Nations League opening games
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Grace Fisher
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September 15, 2023
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Soccer
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Abbie Larkin, Abbie McGee, Amber Barrett, Arsenal, Aston Villa, Birmingham City, Blackburn Rovers, Bristol City, Caitlin McGuinness, Caragh Hamilton, Chloe McCarron, Chloe Mustaki, Claire O'Riordan, Cliftonville Ladies, courtney brosnan, Crystal Palace, Demi Vance, Denise O'Sullivan, Diane Caldwell FC Zurich, Durham WFC, Eabha O'Mahony, Eileen Gleeson, Ellie Mason, Emily Whelan, Emily Wilson, Everton, Glasgow City, Glentoran, Grace Moloney, Hayley Nolan, Heather Payne, Ireland WNT, Jamie Finn, Joely Andrews, Katie Mccabe, Kerry Beattie, Kirsty McGuinness, Kyra Carusa, Laura Rafferty, Lauren Wade, Lewes, Lilie Woods, Lily Agg, London City Lionesses, Louise Quinn, Lucy Quinn, Marissa Callaghan, Marissa Sheva, Megan Bell, Megan Connolly, Megan Walsh, Mid Ulster Ladies, Nadene Caldwell, North Carolina Courage, Rachael Norney, Rachel Furness, Racing Louisville USA, Rangers, Reading, Rebecca Holloway, Rebecca McKenna, Ruesha Littlejohn, San Diego Wave, Saoirse Noonan, Sarah McFadden, Savannah McCarthy, Shamrock Rovers, Shannon Turner, Simone Magill, Southampton, Standard Liege, Tanya Oxtoby, Tyler Toland, University of Texas, Vera Pauw, Washington Spirit, West Ham United, Wolverhampton Wanderers Women
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Interim Head Coach Eileen Gleeson, who takes the role after Vera Pauw’s controversial exit, has selected her 25-player Ireland WNT squad for the opening games of the inaugural UEFA Nations League. New Northern Ireland manager Tanya Oxtoby has also named a 23-strong squad. Ireland will host Northern Ireland on Saturday, September 23 in Aviva Stadium to kick off their Group …
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Katie McCabe Will Face Irish WNT Teammate Niamh Fahey In Their First 2023-2024 WSL Match
Photo by: Stephen McCarthy The Gunners are set to play their first match of the Women’s Super League (WSL) against Liverpool on October 1. Despite finishing third in the WSL last season, this game will occur just weeks after Arsenal was knocked out of the Champions League qualifying round by Paris FC. The game ended with a 3-3 result before …
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Louise and Lucy Quinn to stay at Birmingham City
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Grace Fisher
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July 7, 2023
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Soccer
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2023 Australia/ New Zealand FIFA Women’s World Cup, Arsenal, Birmingham City, Eskilstuna United, Fiorentina, Louise Quinn, Lucy Quinn, Peamount United, Tottenham Hotspur, UEFA Women's Champions League, Vera Pauw
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Republic of Ireland internationals Louise and Lucy Quinn both extended their deals with Birmingham City by two years, it was announced earlier this week. The Quinns 💪☘️ (not related, not married… yes we live together and play for the same club but we're just 2 gals with the same first initial and a great last name 😂) https://t.co/GvJTjeCYFZ — Louise …
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