Home - SheKicks Women's Football Magazine

Chelsea beat Manchester United 2-1 after extra-time to reach the quarter-finals of the Women’s FA Cup. And the winning goal came from a slightly unlikely source – Naomi Girma, scoring her first goal for the [...]

Barclays Womens Super League - Arsenal v Leicester City - Emirates Stadium

What Steph Catley thinks about squad competition at Arsenal

Steph Catley is delighted that there is so much competition for places in the Arsenal starting line-up. The Australia international returned to the team for Sunday’s Women’s FA Cup fifth-round encounter against Bristol City having [...]

Why 14 minutes were added on for this Arsenal player’s injury against Bristol City

Canada international Olivia Smith was stretchered off in Arsenal’s 3-0 win over Bristol City in the fifth round of the Women’s FA Cup. The 21-year-old was involved in a clash of heads early in the [...]

Dario Vidosic returns to dugout as Brighton progress to Women’s FA Cup quarter-finals

Dario Vidosic returned to the dugout as Brighton and Hove Albion beat West Ham United 2-1 in the fifth round of the Women’s FA Cup. The Australian had been on leave after the passing of [...]

Why Sonia Bompastor thinks this is Lauren James’s best position

Chelsea head coach Sonia Bompastor is playing England star Lauren James as a false nine against Manchester United in the fifth round of the Women’s FA Cup. It follows a goal and an assist in [...]

The Women’s Champions Cup hero who returns to Arsenal line-up for FA Cup match v Bristol City

Goalkeeper Anneke Borbe is back in the starting line-up for Arsenal as they face Bristol City in the fifth round of the Women’s FA Cup. She replaces Daphne van Domselaar in goal for the cup [...]

Sonia Bompastor Rules Out Millie Bright for FA Cup Clash but Welcomes Back Defensive Star

20th February 2026

She confirmed that captain Millie Bright is still out after picking up an injury earlier this month, which leaves a big gap in Chelsea’s defense for this crucial game. But there’s some good news [...]

Women’s Footballer of the Year 2026 Shortlist Revealed: Four Lionesses in Contention for Top Award

20th February 2026

Women’s football is reaching new heights, and the latest example is the announcement of the 2026 Women’s Footballer of the Year shortlist. Four standout England Lionesses, fresh off their unforgettable Euros victory, are in the [...]

Why the Women’s FA Cup is so important to Martin Ho and Tottenham Hotspur

19th February 2026

Tottenham Hotspur face London City Lionesses in the fifth round of the Women’s FA Cup on Monday evening. And Spurs head coach Martin Ho spoke on Thursday afternoon about the importance of the competition to him and [...]

Why Everton head coach Scott Phelan is confident ahead of Women’s FA Cup derby v Liverpool

19th February 2026

Scott Phelan leads his Everton side into a local derby against Liverpool this weekend in the fifth round of the Women’s FA Cup. And he told the media on Thursday afternoon that they are going [...]

Why Karen Carney investment in Birmingham City is “absolutely fantastic”, according to head coach Amy Merricks

19th February 2026

Birmingham City head coach Amy Merricks is excited by the news that the club has attracted investment from a group including Karen Carney and tennis legend Kim Clijsters. It was announced ahead of the Blues’ [...]

Why it’s “easy” for Arsenal to prepare to face OH Leuven, according to Renee Slegers

17th February 2026

Arsenal face OH Leuven once more in the UEFA Women’s Champions League on Wednesday. This time they go into their round of 16 second leg clash at Meadow Park 4-0 up – knowing that they [...]

The England star that Sarina Wiegman is “very happy” to welcome back into squad

17th February 2026

Sarina Wiegman has named her captain Leah Williamson in her upcoming squad for the FIFA Women’s World Cup qualifiers against Ukraine and Iceland. The central defender has been unavailable since leading her country to their [...]

The London City Lionesses defender who has been called up to England squad

17th February 2026

London City Lionesses defender Poppy Pattinson has received her first call-up to the England senior squad as Sarina Wiegman named 25 players for England’s opening FIFA World Cup 2027 qualifiers in March. The 25-year-old has [...]

Why is there a 4-week break in the WSL schedule?

16th February 2026

The Barclays Women’s Super League season has hit a pause button. Following the latest round of fixtures, fans now face a significant gap in the calendar. The action will not return for a full month. [...]

Women football fans outraged by AS Roma kit auction winning bids

10th February 2026

Women’s football fans have been left dismayed and disgusted after finding an online auction site where Roma matchworn shorts were selling for more than the shirts. Signed kits for Manuela Giugliano, Valentina Giacinti, Alayah Pilgrim [...]

Eni Aluko Issues Statement Following Public Row with Laura Woods Over Broadcast Roles

10th February 2026

Former Lioness Eni Aluko has moved to clarify her stance on the role of male pundits in women’s football following a high-profile exchange with presenter Laura Woods. The debate, which has reignited discussions across the [...]

Arsenal and Chelsea Stars Dominate 2026 London Football Awards Shortlist

10th February 2026

The nominees for the 2026 London Football Awards have been officially announced, and it is a star-studded affair for the capital’s Barclays Women’s Super League clubs. With the ceremony set for Thursday, 5 March at [...]

The mega celebrity in the stands at Tottenham Hotspur v Chelsea

Pop icon Madonna was in attendance at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as Chelsea bounced back from two straight defeats to beat their hosts 2-0. Goals from Keira Walsh and Alyssa Thompson got the Blues back [...]

Why Gareth Taylor “hated” the second half of Liverpool’s win over Aston Villa

Liverpool finally lifted themselves off the bottom of the Barclays Women’s Super League table with a 4-1 win over Aston Villa. Mia Enderby, Martha Thomas, captain Grace Fisk and substitute Aurelie Csillag were all on [...]

Andree Jeglertz brushes off Manchester City defeat to Arsenal: “I’m not worried”

Manchester City head coach Andree Jeglertz watched his side lose only their second Women’s Super League match of the season as they fell 1-0 to Arsenal. But his team are still eight points clear at [...]

Why Arsenal have risen to the occasion, according to Kim Little

Arsenal club captain Kim Little says the team are enjoying some great momentum. After wins over WSL defending champions Chelsea and then Corinthians to win the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup, the Gunners beat league leaders [...]

The two changes Arsenal make for their WSL clash against Manchester City

Arsenal head coach Renee Slegers has made two changes to her side to face Manchester City from the one that won the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup last weekend. Unsurprisingly, Daphne van Domselaar replaces Anneke Borbe, [...]

What Arsenal head coach Renee Slegers thinks of Manchester City’s season so far

Women’s Super League leaders Manchester City travel to the Emirates today to face Arsenal. And the Gunners head coach Renee Slegers has hailed their “very impressive” season so far. Arsenal return to league action following [...]

The Arsenal legend that Renee Slegers says is her “big inspiration”

Arsenal head coach Renee Slegers has revealed that the men’s team’s former manager Arsene Wenger is one of her idols. But she added that she did not get chance to speak at length with him [...]

How Mary Fowler is faring after her return from injury, according to Manchester City boss Andree Jeglertz

Australia international Mary Fowler made her long-awaited return from injury last weekend – playing in the closing stages of Manchester City’s 5-1 win over defending Women’s Super League champions Chelsea. Fowler suffered an anterior cruciate [...]

Mariona Caldentey and Renee Slegers of Arsenal up for January awards

Arsenal head coach Renee Slegers and midfielder Mariona Caldentey are both nominated for Women’s Super League awards in January. Mariona is up for goal of the month for her sensational strike against Chelsea, which sealed [...]

The two Arsenal stars nominated for WSL player of the month

Anneke Borbe and Kim Little have both been nominated for January’s Women’s Super League player of the month. The Gunners played two league games in January, drawing 0-0 against Manchester United and winning 2-0 against [...]

How Martin Ho feels ahead of big match in Tottenham Hotspur Stadium v Chelsea

Martin Ho and his Tottenham Hotspur side are looking forward to hosting Chelsea in the club’s main stadium this weekend. It will be the first time Ho leads his team out at the Tottenham Hotspur [...]

London City Lionesses invite fans to celebrate friendship with “Galentine’s Day”-themed matchday v Everton

London City Lionesses are inviting fans to celebrate friendship and ‘Galentine’s Day’ as they host Everton at home on Sunday, 8th February. The club already host regular kids’ fanzone activities, including face painting, arts and [...]

Tottenham head coach Martin Ho on why Chelsea critics are “very mistaken”

Tottenham Hotspur host Chelsea in the Barclays Women’s Super League this weekend. And although defending champions Chelsea come into the game off the back of two successive defeats – 2-0 to Arsenal, and a humiliating [...]

How London City Lionesses are preparing to face Everton in turmoil, according to Eder Maestre

London City Lionesses head coach Eder Maestre admits it will be tricky to prepare fully to face what might be a new-look Everton side on Sunday. The Toffees have an interim head coach, Scott Phelan, [...]

Ian Wright says Katie McCabe’s expected departure is the “start of an Arsenal rebuild”

Ian Wright believes Arsenal could be on the brink of a rebuild with Katie McCabe heavily expected to make her exit from the Gunners this summer. The Republic of Ireland captain has been linked [...]

Why this London City Lionesses player will be absent from the squad to face Everton

London City Lionesses head coach Eder Maestre welcomed new signing Malou Marcetto to the club – and confirmed she will be in the squad to face Everton this week. Marcetto signed from Madrid in Liga [...]

Arsenal midfielder Maddy Earl signs for Glasgow City on loan

Arsenal midfielder and England Under-19 international Maddy Earl has joined SWPL leaders Glasgow City on loan for the rest of the season. The 19-year-old spent the first half of the season on loan to Ipswich [...]

Mayra Ramirez suffers injury setback ahead of return to Chelsea training

Chelsea forward Mayra Ramirez has suffered an injury setback ahead of her expected return to training. Mayra Ramirez suffers injury setback Mayra Ramirez has not played a minute of competitive action for Chelsea during the [...]

FIFA January transfer report shows rise in women’s transfer fees despite less completed deals

FIFA have released their report for the January transfer window, with figures showing a huge increase in transfer fees despite there being less deals completed. The report displays the rapidly changing landscape in the women’s [...]

Brighton interim head coach Chris Roberts gives update on Fran Kirby fitness

Brighton and Hove Albion interim head coach Chris Roberts said on Thursday that talismanic forward Fran Kirby is on her way to full fitness and making a return. He reported that she was likely to [...]

England youth international Araya Dennis signs long-term deal with Tottenham

Versatile England youngster Araya Dennis has signed a new long-term contract with Tottenham. The 20-year-old has signed her second professional contract with Spurs, after making five appearances for the senior team this season. Araya Dennis [...]

Interim Everton boss Scott Phelan on “a lot of emotion” in Toffees squad after Sorensen departure