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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Jamie Braidwood

Emirates Stadium to host Arsenal’s WSL fixtures next season

  • Arsenal plans to host all 11 Women’s Super League (WSL) home matches at the Emirates Stadium next season.
  • The decision follows a season where Arsenal's WSL matches at the Emirates drew an average crowd of 34,110.
  • The newly crowned Women’s Champions League winners will continue to play some games at Meadow Park, including Women’s Champions League group games, Women’s FA Cup, and Women’s League Cup ties.
  • Arsenal aims to balance the schedules of both men’s and women’s teams to ensure all Premier League and WSL matches are played at the Emirates, with requests for alternate weekend home games.
  • Arsenal's managing director, Richard Garlick, said the move is a bold step forward, creating a special home for the team and providing more opportunities for supporters to watch the European champions.

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