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WSL changes League Cup format, renames to Subway Players Cup for 2026/27

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 10:05 AM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

WSL changes League Cup format, renames to Subway Players Cup for 2026/27
Summary

WSL Football has announced significant changes to the League Cup for the upcoming 2026/27 season. Formerly known as The Subway Women’s League Cup, the tournament will be renamed The Subway Players Cup and transition to a Swiss-style format. All 23 participating clubs will compete in a unified league table, playing six fixtures each. The top eight teams from this initial phase will advance to the quarter-finals, scheduled for January. Drawing matches will go to penalty shootouts, with winners earning an extra point. The revised format aims to introduce varied winners, as previous titles have been dominated by Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester City.

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By the Numbers
  • •Competition renamed to Subway Players Cup with new sponsorship.
  • •All 23 clubs will compete in a unified league format.
  • •Teams will play three home and three away fixtures.
  • •Top eight teams advance to January quarter-finals.
  • •Previous winners include Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester City.
Latest Updates
  • 11:35 AMYahoo Sports — League Cup changes announced ahead of 2026/2027 edition
  • 10:05 AMYahoo Sports — WSL announces new name and format change for League Cup
What they're saying
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The Subway Women’s League Cup will have a new name and a new format for the 2026/2027 season.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official press release from WSL Football this morning.It h...

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WSL Football have announced changes to the League Cup for the 2026/27 season.The competition was previously known as The Subway Women’s League Cup with a regional group stage before knock out games ...

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