Archive - The Cutback

Chelsea flex squad depth in win over Aston Villa

Sonia Bompastor’s substitutes inspired Chelsea’s 3-1 win over Aston Villa after a poor first-half display by the Blues

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Beyond the Top Four: Mid-table teams make their mark

Introducing a newsletter covering the WSL teams that aren't in the top four

23 hrs ago •

Five things from a week of highs and lows for Manchester United

Sandberg, Park and a new-look midfield lift United, though depth remains a concern

Sep 15 •

Arsenal recover from early scare to hit five at West Ham

Mead impresses and Russo strikes twice in second successive league victory

Sep 13 •

Manchester City show quality and fight, but defensive Brighton impress

Ailsa Cowen on how Manchester City came from behind to beat Brighton on Friday night

Sep 13 •

Top five European transfers in women's football 2025-26

The most exciting signings from this summer's transfer window

Sep 11 •

Women’s Super League 2025-26 season: How to watch, what’s new and players to keep an eye on

All the things you need to know about the new WSL season

Sep 10 •

Five underrated WSL signings to look out for this season

Japanese stars, a Barcelona prospect and players with UWCL experience feature in our list of players to take notice of in the 2025-26 WSL season

Sep 10 •

Who is Alyssa Thompson? A closer look at Chelsea's new star

The WSL champions have secured the talented youngster from Angel City in the NWSL

Sep 9 •

Spurs still a work in progress - but positive signs emerge for Martin Ho

Bethany England’s penalty was the difference as Spurs emerged the victors from a hard-fought London derby against West Ham

Sep 9 •

Olivia Smith inspires Arsenal comeback in opening WSL win over London City Lionesses

After a shaky start, the Canadian’s stunning debut goal set the champions of Europe on course for a 4-1 victory.

Sep 8 •

Early tactical lessons from Manchester City’s season opener

City’s opening game against Chelsea offered hints of change but plenty still to resolve.

Sep 8 •

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