Sky Sports is set to enhance the viewing experience for women’s football fans as it launches the new season of the Women’s Super League (WSL). This year Sky Sports has pledged to show 118 live matches. Of those, 78 fixtures will be exclusive on its platform, meaning that fans will get complete access to the league’s thrilling new changes. This season promises to engage audiences with a host of new features and an expanded lineup of commentators and presenters.
The WSL show on Sky Sports, hosted by Caroline Barker, will kick off with an extensive 60-minute build-up starting at 11am on match days. This project has provided fans with up to date updates and latest breaking news from every single ground. It keeps them plugged in to the state of play as it evolves. In addition to expanded live look-ins, viewers can look forward to more behind-the-scenes content than ever before, providing a closer look at the teams and players.
Comprehensive Match Coverage
Sky Sports has committed to showing up to five live matches per week, featuring prominent teams such as Chelsea, Manchester City, Liverpool, and Manchester United. The coverage will culminate on May 17, when Sky Sports broadcasts every game from the final weekend of the WSL season. Providing such a full and extensive match coverage highlights Sky Sports’ continued efforts to put women’s football front and centre.
Alongside regular match coverage, Sky Sports launches a new viewing experience with a dedicated Multiview programme. This groundbreaking new feature is set to bring all goals and key highlights from across all grounds on match weekends. Multiview will have a dedicated commentary team. They’ll produce exciting half-time analysis, offering fans an inside look at the league’s most heart-stopping moments.
A Strong Line-Up of Talent
Sky Sports has brought together an impressive team of pundits to bolster its WSL coverage. Alongside Caroline Barker, the network features Izzy Christiansen, who brings her expertise and passion for women’s football to the table. To further sweeten the pot, Ellen Ellard has been named as the new lead commentator for the WSL. We’re looking forward to her behind-the-scenes access and expert commentary enhancing the viewer experience.
Ryhanna Parara and Alex Bailess round out the roster as social reporters and widely knowledgeable women’s football superfans. Their contributions are poised to engage audiences through social media interaction and real-time updates, ensuring fans feel part of the action beyond just watching the games.
A Historic Commitment to Women’s Football
Sky Sports has made a significant long-term investment in women’s football, securing a historic five-year deal that will see it remain the home of women’s football from the 2025-26 season onwards. This deal highlights Sky Sports’ commitment to promoting and supporting women’s sports at a time when interest and participation continue to grow.
The agreement underlines Sky Sports’ commitment to working together, and collaborating more closely, on delivering a platform for the best quality matches. Alongside that, it seeks to build a strong community among fans. The increased exposure is more than just a smart bet on the ladies’ game’s fast-growing viewership. It doubles down on exclusive, behind-the-scenes access and reporting.
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