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Women's Super League Viewership Plummets Amid Scheduling Conflicts

11/24/2025

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The Women's Super League drew 71,000 viewers for Arsenal vs. Chelsea, far below last season's 732,000.
The noon Saturday kick-off is a major factor, conflicting with other live sports.
Sky Sports increased Saturday lunchtime games, leading to overlaps with Premier League fixtures.
Despite a 30% rise in noon-game audiences from last season, figures remain disappointing.
Attendance declined 1% this season, with Arsenal contributing over a third of ticket sales.

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Story summary

The Women's Super League drew 71,000 viewers for Arsenal vs. Chelsea, far below last season's 732,000.
The noon Saturday kick-off is a major factor, conflicting with other live sports.
Sky Sports increased Saturday lunchtime games, leading to overlaps with Premier League fixtures.
Despite a 30% rise in noon-game audiences from last season, figures remain disappointing.
Attendance declined 1% this season, with Arsenal contributing over a third of ticket sales.