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WSL introduces Subway Players Cup with player welfare focus

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 7:55 PM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

WSL introduces Subway Players Cup with player welfare focus

Summary

WSL Football announced the launch of the Subway Players Cup, set to begin in the 2026/27 season, with a new format prioritizing player welfare. The rebranded League Cup will feature a Swiss-style league phase, where all clubs play at least six matches before entering the knockout rounds. UEFA Women’s Champions League clubs will not participate to help manage fixture congestion. The competition aims to provide more opportunities for young players and facilitate squad rotation, responding to feedback from players and clubs. The top eight teams will advance to the knockout stage, with the quarter-finals scheduled for January 2027 and the final taking place in March 2027.

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By the Numbers

•Subway Players Cup replaces the League Cup in the 2026/27 season.
•Each club will compete in a league phase followed by knockout rounds.
•Players will have increased match opportunities and greater squad rotation.
•The top eight teams will advance to the quarter-finals in January 2027.
•Final will be held at a neutral venue in March 2027.

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Subway has extended its partnership with WSL Football through a new multi-year deal that will see the League Cup rebranded as the Subway Players Cup from the 2026/27 season.WSL Football has also int...
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