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Criticism as Birmingham v Aston Villa is called off five minutes before kick-off

The Women's Super League fixture between Birmingham City and Aston Villa was called off just five minutes before the match was due kick off because of a frozen pitch, leading to widespread criticism.

Birmingham manager Carla Ward announced she was 'disappointed to say the least' whilst Times journalist Molly Hudson called the delay in announcing the postponement 'unacceptable'....

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Women's Super League review: big win for City but United go top

Only three fixtures survived the wintry weather at the weekend but there was still plenty of movement in the top four. Manchester United returned to the top, overtaking Chelsea - who will have to reschedule their trip to Bristol City - thanks to a 2-0 victory against Birmingham City.

Despite dominating the match, United had to remain patient until the start of the second half when...

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Aston Villa postpone matches due to Covid outbreak

Aston Villa have been forced to ask the Women's Super League to postpone fixtures against Bristol City and Chelsea after a member of the first-team squad tested positive for coronavirus. As a consequence, a unspecified number of her teammates will also now have to self-isolate.

A club statement said: "Aston Villa Women can confirm that a member of our first-team squad has tested...

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Women's Super League Weekender: Aston Villa v Manchester City preview

Aston Villa v Manchester City Women

Venue: Villa Park

Kick Off: 14:30, Saturday 5 September

Preview

Aston Villa have a suitable venue for their first-ever fixture in the Women's Super League, playing the match at the famous Villa Park. The Championship winners have recruited well under sporting director Eni Aluko, bringing in Frauen-Bundesliga experience with the likes of...

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Aston Villa and Sheffield United share Championship awards

Promoted Aston Villa and Sheffield United split the four prizes between them at the FA Women’s Championship End-of-Season Awards.

Blades striker Katie Wilkinson claimed two of the awards after being named Player of the Season and picking up the Golden Boot thanks to her 15 goals in 14 games during the curtailed campaign.

Having led her side to promotion to the Women's Super...

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Women's Super League Round-Up: Tottenham, Aston Villa and West Ham

With clubs back in training and the new season approaching, Women's Sport Daily rounds up the latest news from the Women's Super League:

Tottenham

Former Birmingham City defender Kerys Harrop has joined Tottenham following her departure from the Blues.

The centre-back has agreed a two-year contract.

Aston Villa

Aston Villa have announced their fourth summer signing...