The new Women's Super League marks the start of a new era for reigning champions Chelsea, with long-serving boss Emma Hayes having departed in summer to start a new adventure with the USA Women's team.

New Ireland head coach Carla Ward said on Thursday that USWNT manager Emma Hayes had encouraged her in her pursuit of the role

The new Women's Super League marks the start of a new era for reigning champions Chelsea, with long-serving boss Emma Hayes having departed in summer ... Follow the live action below as Everton face Aston Villa today in the WSL: Everton WFC - Aston Villa ...

Plus: Jordan Nobbs on her record WSL appearances; Shaun Goater on facing former side; watch Aston Villa Women vs Man City Women on Sky Sports Premier League from 11.30am; kick-off 12pm Saturday; in-ga

Crystal Palace were promoted to replace Bristol City in the top flight, while on a wider note, the league is now under the management and operation of a new organisation set up to lead women's football towards further growth and progression, with Nikki Doucet overseeing both the WSL and Championship in a new phase for the game.

The new Women's Super League marks the start of a new era for reigning champions Chelsea, with long-serving boss Emma Hayes having departed in summer to start a new adventure with the USA Women's team.

The 22-year-old is Brendan Rodgers' top target to replace Kyogo Furuhashi after the fans' favourite left for Rennes.

Analysis of a frenetic 'Battle of Britain' which saw Villa prevail and book their place in the Champions League's knockout phase

USWNT boss Emma Hayes has opened up on her bold decision to not include Alex Morgan in her 2024 Paris Olympics roster

Barcelona had previously blocked move to Arsenal but are resigned to losing Lionesses midfielder

A well-earned top-eight spot in the Champions League group phase is about much more for Aston Villa than a couple of quiet weeks in February.

US defender Naomi Girma called joining Chelsea an “easy choice” after her historic transfer from San Diego Wave for a women’s soccer world record fee. Chelsea paid San Diego over £900,000 to get the 24-year-old, who has now committed to the Women’s Super League (WSL) champions till the summer of 2029.