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FA Unveils £1 Million Investment in Women's League Changes

4/7/2026

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The Football Association (FA) announced changes to Women’s National League that will take effect in 2027 to improve opportunities for young players.
Four Women's Super League academy sides will enter tier three with a mid-season split modeled on Scotland's system.
The FA will invest £1 million to expand the league to 28 teams in two regions and implement promotion and relegation, with the bottom three teams in each group relegated.

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The Football Association (FA) announced changes to Women’s National League that will take effect in 2027 to improve opportunities for young players.
Four Women's Super League academy sides will enter tier three with a mid-season split modeled on Scotland's system.
The FA will invest £1 million to expand the league to 28 teams in two regions and implement promotion and relegation, with the bottom three teams in each group relegated.