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Women's Super League Revamps Cup, Excludes Champions League Teams

12/20/2025

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The League Cup quarter-finals will feature top Women's Super League teams after clubs voted to exclude Champions League participants next season.
The decision aims to revamp the League Cup, addressing its identity crisis and proposing a Swiss-style format.
The Women's Super League plans to expand from 12 to 14 teams, but scheduling conflicts complicate expansion.
FIFA believes international football can drive growth in women's leagues despite concerns over player availability.

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The League Cup quarter-finals will feature top Women's Super League teams after clubs voted to exclude Champions League participants next season.
The decision aims to revamp the League Cup, addressing its identity crisis and proposing a Swiss-style format.
The Women's Super League plans to expand from 12 to 14 teams, but scheduling conflicts complicate expansion.
FIFA believes international football can drive growth in women's leagues despite concerns over player availability.