WPLL announce completion of ownership transfer for WSL and WC

The transfer of ownership for the Barclays Women’s Super League and Barclays Women’s Championship has now been completed.

WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official press release from The Women’s Professional Game this morning.

The Football Association have now handed over their long-running ownership rights for the two leagues to the Women’s Professional Leagues Limited (WPLL), a company which was previously referred to as ‘NewCo’. The Women’s Professional Leagues Limited (WPLL) have already appointed Nikki Doucet as their CEO.

Each club participating in the two leagues will act as a shareholder in the new company. The completion of the agreement spearheads a new era in the sport, dedicated to driving growth and maximising potential, placing players and fans at its core.

Speaking following this morning’s announcement, CEO Doucet said “The next successful era of the women’s professional game will be built on the foundations of collaboration, and we are excited to work together with all stakeholders to drive transformational and sustainable growth across our leagues by leveraging the distinctive qualities, values and principles which exist in the women’s game.

“Women’s football in England has witnessed unprecedented growth in recent years, marked by increased fan engagement, rising attendance at matches, and a surge in participation at all levels. We are fiercely committed to building on this momentum by creating a thriving landscape which prioritises the welfare and development of players, fosters & excites a vibrant fan community, and nurtures the sport’s growth.

“As we embark on this exciting journey, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to The FA for its outstanding work in developing the sport. We look forward to building upon this solid foundation and elevating women’s professional football in England to unprecedented levels.”

The Women’s Professional Leagues Limited (WPLL) hope to transform women’s football by building the most distinctive, competitive, and entertaining women’s football club competition in the world for players and fans.

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