Summary
The Women's Super League (WSL) expressed concerns about the timing of the new Fifa Women's Club World Cup. This tournament is scheduled for January 2028, which conflicts with the WSL season and may cause disruptions. The WSL has shared its concerns with Fifa and is exploring options to manage the scheduling conflict.
Key Facts
- Fifa announced the inaugural Women's Club World Cup will be held from 5 to 30 January 2028.
- The tournament will feature 16 teams, including up to six clubs from Europe.
- The WSL is worried the tournament will disrupt the domestic league schedule and affect player welfare.
- Arsenal and potentially Chelsea from England are expected to participate in the tournament.
- The WSL suggests the tournament should happen during a summer with no major competitions to minimize disruption.
- The planned schedule was discussed at a recent WSL meeting, where players expressed concern over the busy calendar.
- The tournament is set between the 2027 Women's World Cup and the 2028 Summer Olympics, adding to scheduling issues.
- The WSL is considering changing its winter break but is not contemplating a boycott of the competition.
