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FA Defends £1 Million Investment in Women's Football Restructure

4/11/2026

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Sue Day, the Football Association’s director of women’s football, defended restructuring that adds four Women’s Super League academy sides to the third tier.
The plan includes a £1 million investment.
Reactions are mixed, with some coaches calling it a repackaged B-team concept.
Some WSL clubs back the changes while others worry about competitive integrity.
The FA plans to finalize the proposals for the 2027-28 season after ongoing consultations.

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Story summary

Sue Day, the Football Association’s director of women’s football, defended restructuring that adds four Women’s Super League academy sides to the third tier.
The plan includes a £1 million investment.
Reactions are mixed, with some coaches calling it a repackaged B-team concept.
Some WSL clubs back the changes while others worry about competitive integrity.
The FA plans to finalize the proposals for the 2027-28 season after ongoing consultations.