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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 19h

How the UWCL became sports TV's biggest experiment

Disney paid big for Champions League rights, now it must find an audience.

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 22h

NWSL Crunchtime: Did the Denver Summit blow it?

The NWSL’s newcomers were sitting pretty in Kansas City, before it all came crashing down...

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 29/09/2026

Emma Hayes recalls Ashley Sanchez ahead of Spain friendlies

North Carolina Courage forward called up to the USWNT for the first time since January 2025.

The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 29/09/2026

One Step Away: Newcastle stay perfect; Durham remain awful; Princess Ademiluyi!

Newcastle look dominant at the top of WSL2 after beating Leicester 4-0, but Sunderland and Ipswich are hanging in as we enter October.

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 29/09/2026

Toone and Kelly left out of England’s squad for World Cup play-off against Greece

Sarina Wiegman has named her latest roster for qualifiers next month with Lionesses favourites missing out

The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 29/09/2026

What went wrong for Arsenal against Chelsea?

Renee Slegers chopped and changed her side but couldn’t deliver a result at Stamford Bridge.

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 28/09/2026

How Chelsea forged a familiar route to victory against Arsenal

Chelsea’s ability to survive a difficult opening 20 minutes and grow into the game offered a reminder of the resilience that has defined them for so long.

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 27/09/2026

Thompson punishes passive Arsenal as Chelsea claim derby spoils

Alyssa Thompson’s first-half goal was enough to settle the London derby as Arsenal’s same old problems in front of goal reared their head once more.

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 25/09/2026

Arsenal must deliver against Chelsea, or face another early title race exit

Renee Slegers’ side could be out of the WSL title race if they don’t secure a result against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 25/09/2026

The Scout: Fantasy WSL team selection picks, differentials and tips for Matchweek Four

The Cutback’s fantasy WSL expert gives you tips and advice to maximise your points

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 24/09/2026

How Manchester City found a way against Bayern Munich

A closer look at City’s rocky but resilient performance in Munich

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 23/09/2026

NWSL Crunchtime: Gotham clinch, Green arrives at Bay & Mel C

There are now just seven playoff places left to play for, and what was a Spice Girl doing wearing a Chicago Stars shirt?

The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 23/09/2026

Have Angel City improved since Alex Straus was sacked?

Angel City are back in the playoff picture but is it down to tactical tweaks or a favourable run of games?

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 23/09/2026

One Step Away: Newcastle go top as Leicester stutter

Your new weekly guide to everything happening in England’s second tier.

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 22/09/2026

City resilience rescues late point against Bayern

City fought back from 2-0 down to earn a point at Uhlsport Park, but a missed Khadija Shaw penalty wound up costing them all three.

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 21/09/2026

Five things from Manchester United’s 1-1 draw with Arsenal

Eva Olid adapted and was rewarded with a point, but what can we learn from United’s first positive result of the campaign.

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 21/09/2026

Why Arsenal’s dominance against United turned into yet another draw

After rescuing a point against Manchester United at the Emirates, the Gunners are facing another uphill battle in their quest for WSL glory.

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 21/09/2026

How Eva Olid is trying to reshape Manchester United

Olid has endured a difficult start at Manchester United, but the early WSL games already offer clues about the style she wants to implement and the work still required to make it click.

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 20/09/2026

Five things we learned from Manchester City’s comeback win against Liverpool

City made it three wins from three after coming back from a goal down to claim a 4-2 victory

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 19/09/2026

United denied first win under Olid after Holmberg rescues Arsenal at the death

Evia Olid’s side will take plenty of positives from north London and look to have found a formula to help them compete in midfield

The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 19/09/2026

Are the Houston Dash ready to take the next step?

Almost two years into the job, president of women’s soccer Angela Hucles Mangano believes she has her team on the path to success

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 18/09/2026

England bow out of U-20 World Cup with reasons to be cheerful

England’s tournament ended with a comprehensive defeat to Nigeria, but there were enough strong performances in Poland to show why this group can graduate to the next level.

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 18/09/2026

Why are young English players heading to the NWSL?

A wave of young Lionesses have recently made the move to the US, what does the NWSL offer the next generation of English talent?

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 17/09/2026

The Scout: Fantasy WSL picks for matchweek three

The Cutback’s fantasy WSL expert gives you tips and advice to maximise your points

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 16/09/2026

NWSL Crunchtime: Banda extends, Houston sacks Gautrat & Macario out for the year

Three-time Ballon d’Or nominee Barbra Banda committed her future to the Pride and the NWSL, while the Dash have swung the axe on Fabrice Gautrat.

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 16/09/2026

Five things to take away from United’s five-goal defeat to Chelsea

What did we learn from another difficult result for Eva Olid’s Manchester United?

The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 15/09/2026

One Step Away: The new WSL2 newsletter from The Cutback

Your new weekly guide to everything happening in England’s second tier.

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 14/09/2026

England’s resilience could take them deep in this U-20 World Cup

The Young Lionesses scraped through to the Fifa U-20 Women’s World Cup knockout rounds thanks to a fair play tiebreaker, but Lydia Bedford’s side have plenty more to give.

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 14/09/2026

Chelsea are winning again. But are the old problems still there?

Chelsea’s 5-0 win over Manchester United offered an emphatic response to the disappointment against Aston Villa but some concerns from last season remain unresolved.

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 14/09/2026

Five things we learned from Manchester City’s 4-1 victory over Aston Villa

City’s hot start continues as they go two points clear of title rivals.

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 14/09/2026

New season, new players, same old Arsenal?

Sunday's goalless draw against newly-promoted Crystal Palace was vintage Arsenal, as they stuttered early on in their campaign for a WSL title.

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 13/09/2026

Chelsea put one-sided beating on sorry Manchester United

Bompastor’s blues crushed United 5-0, drowning Eva Olid’s side with marauding wing-backs and a suffocating midfield showing from Keira Walsh and Lexi Potter.

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 12/09/2026

Freya Godfrey: London City Lionesses can challenge for the WSL title

The England winger speaks exclusively to The Cutback about pushing the WSL’s elite and playing alongside some of the biggest names in women’s football.

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 11/09/2026

Transfer Talk part two: The best free transfers in women’s football this summer

A detailed look at the numbers behind some of the cheapest moves this transfer window

The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 10/09/2026

The Scout: Fantasy WSL picks for matchweek two

The Cutback’s fantasy WSL expert gives you tips and advice to maximise your points

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 09/09/2026

NWSL Crunchtime: Vlatko’s exit in Kansas City causes a stir

The manner in which the Current made a front office change has upset some players at the reigning Shield winners

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 07/09/2026

Analysis: Baum's instant impact helps Arsenal grind out Brighton win

Lisa Baum’s spectacular debut goal gave Arsenal a hard-fought victory over Brighton.

The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 07/09/2026

Five things we learned from Manchester United’s 2-1 defeat to London City Lionesses

Eva Olid’s first WSL game in charge saw plenty of issues, but is there any sign of hope for United?

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 07/09/2026

Business of Women's Football Insider: Can London City afford their summer splurge?

The latest edition of The Cutback’s business newsletter takes a closer look at a summer of big spending across the women’s game

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 06/09/2026

Arsenal season preview: Excitement and expectation as Slegers prepares to chase WSL title

Impressive summer recruitment sets Arsenal up for serious challenge

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 05/09/2026

Manchester City season preview: Can Jeglertz’s side go back to back?

City ended 10-year wait for a WSL title last season, will they be able to hold onto the trophy and challenge in Europe?

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 05/09/2026

Boycotts, battles and inspiring the next generation: The unprecedented preparations for England’s U-20 World Cup

Tournament finally gets under way after build up clouded by Uefa’s boycott threat

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 05/09/2026

Natalia Arroyo interview: The journalist turned coach who wants to bring out the best in Villa’s youngsters

Aston Villa boss speaks exclusively to The Cutback about her ambitions for the season and what English football can learn from Spain

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 05/09/2026

Why the WSL teamed up with Alexia Putellas for YouTube play in Spain

Superstar’s first game streamed online as mainstream broadcaster deal snubbed in favour of digital play

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 04/09/2026

London City defeat lacklustre Manchester United in WSL opener

Alexia Putellas captains London City in 2-1 victory over United

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 04/09/2026

Ashleigh Neville: ‘People expect us to go down, but that just adds fuel to the fire.’

Charlton Athletic signings Ashleigh Neville and Emily van Egmond speak to The Cutback about their hunger to keep the Addicks in the WSL.

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 04/09/2026

Manchester United season preview: Summer of change as Olid takes charge but optimism remains

The Cutback’s Manchester United writer Conner Roberts on a new era at United and what fans should expect

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 04/09/2026

The Cutback's WSL 2026-27 season guide

Key players, transfers, style of play and formations for all 14 teams, all in one place.

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 03/09/2026

Everything you need to know about the new fantasy WSL game

How it works, tips and advice

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The Cutback | Substack [Unofficial] @thecutback.com.web.brid.gy · 03/09/2026

How Rebeca Bernal improves Manchester United

Jason Anderson analyses how the Mexican was used in the NWSL and how Eva Olid could get the best out of her

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