Archive - The Cutback

Poppy Pattinson 'brings her strengths' in long-awaited England debut

The full-back has waited patiently to make her senior debut but is ready to compete for left-back role

13 hrs ago • Réshma Rao and Flo Lloyd-Hughes

Everton: Formation, style of play and key players

Tactical deep dives on all 12 Barclays Women's Super League sides from The Cutback and Football Manager

Mar 3 • The Cutback

2026 Women’s Asian Cup: Can the Matildas triumph on home soil?

With Joe Montemurro at the helm and World Cup qualification on the line, the Matildas face mounting pressure to deliver in front of their own fans.

Mar 1 • Neel Shelat

February 2026

2026 Women’s Asian Cup: Favourites, players to watch and predictions

Heavyweights, emerging challengers and World Cup qualification define a wide-open tournament in Australia.

Feb 28 • Neel Shelat

Dario Vidošić's Brighton: Formation, style of play and key players

Tactical deep dives on all 12 Barclays Women's Super League sides from The Cutback and Football Manager

Feb 27 • The Cutback

Leah Williamson 'would never rule out further action' over scheduling concerns

The England captain returns to Lionesses duty after five months out, warning that player concerns over the fixture calendar must be addressed.

Feb 25 • Réshma Rao

Live watchalong for the Subway Cup Final

Join The Cutback and Subway team for a special live watchalong on YouTube on 15 March

Feb 25 • The Cutback

Women's FA Cup fifth round recap

Extra-time drama and emotional returns as the quarter-final places are confirmed

Feb 25 • Réshma Rao

Mary Earps exclusive interview: 'I’m not perfect, I could have done this better'

Back in Nottingham, the former England goalkeeper reflects on her autobiography backlash, a complicated England exit, and what she'd do differently

Feb 25 • Flo Lloyd-Hughes

United’s grit clear despite cup elimination

United's FA Cup run ended in extra time at Chelsea, but Tullis-Joyce's heroics and the squad's fighting spirit offer hope ahead of a crucial run of…

Feb 24 • Conner Roberts

Chelsea edge Manchester United through set-piece efficiency

Dead-ball situations and late adjustments decide a tightly-contested FA Cup tie after extra time

Feb 23 • Chiara Bozzarello

Barcelona’s next generation: The youngsters shaping a new era

Behind the established stars, four young players are already shaping the club’s future

Feb 23 • Yash

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