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FA Approves Four Women’s Super League Academies for 2027-28

8/25/2026

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The English Football Association approved four Women’s Super League academy sides to join tier three in 2027-28.
The board said the move is part of a Women’s National League reform package.
FA data show young English players receive far fewer competitive minutes than peers in Europe’s top leagues.
Reforms will fund Women’s National League clubs centrally and encourage loan moves to third- and fourth-tier teams.

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The English Football Association approved four Women’s Super League academy sides to join tier three in 2027-28.
The board said the move is part of a Women’s National League reform package.
FA data show young English players receive far fewer competitive minutes than peers in Europe’s top leagues.
Reforms will fund Women’s National League clubs centrally and encourage loan moves to third- and fourth-tier teams.