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WSL changes League Cup name to Subway Players Cup for player welfare

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 6:10 PM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

WSL changes League Cup name to Subway Players Cup for player welfare

Summary

The Women's Super League has renamed its League Cup to the Subway Players Cup, effective September 23. The revamped format prioritizes player welfare by ensuring all teams play at least six matches. Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester City will not compete this season as they focus on the UEFA Women’s Champions League. Teams are drawn regionally for a single table league phase followed by knockout rounds. Manchester United's Fridolina Rolfö noted the challenges of unfamiliar opponents while Burnley's Emma Siddall looks forward to the experience against top-flight teams.

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By the Numbers

•The Subway Players Cup kicks off on September 23 at 7pm.
•All 23 teams will engage in six matches during the league phase.
•Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester City will not participate this season.
•Manchester United faces new regional opponents in the draw.
•Burnley aims to challenge established teams for experience.

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6:10 PMYahoo Sports — WSL Rebrands League Cup as Subway Players Cup to Ease Calendar Congestion

What they're saying

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With concerns over an increasingly congested women’s football calendar, the Subway League Cup has been renamed the Subway Players Cup and revamped with player welfare at the heart of its new format....
— Yahoo Sports

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