Chelsea news: Blow for Blues as Lauren James ruled out ahead of Barcelona UWCL showdown

Chelsea news: Blow for Blues as Lauren James ruled out ahead of Barcelona UWCL showdown

In a significant setback for Chelsea Women, forward Lauren James has sustained a hamstring injury, sidelining her during a critical phase of the season.

The 23-year-old was substituted at halftime during England's 5-0 victory over Belgium and has since returned to Chelsea to begin her rehabilitation with the club's medical team.

This injury comes at a pivotal moment, with Chelsea preparing for the UEFA Women's Champions League semi-finals against Barcelona and continuing their pursuit of a historic quadruple.

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Manchester United Women’s team head to Portugal this summer…for a seven-a-side

Manchester United Women’s team head to Portugal this summer…for a seven-a-side

A revolutionary competition is being introduced to women’s football; World Sevens Football (W7F) tournament.

It will take place in Portugal after the domestic season finishes, just weeks before Euro 2025.

Eight professional clubs will be competing for a monumental prize pot, exceeding both the UEFA Women’s Champions League and Women’s FA Cup prize money.

Here, Sports News Blitz writer Claudia Jones tells all there is to know about the tournament, breaking down what it could mean for women’s football.

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Chelsea women keep quadruple dream alive with late FA Cup semi-final win over Liverpool

Chelsea women keep quadruple dream alive with late FA Cup semi-final win over Liverpool

It wasn’t perfect, but it was classic Chelsea - gritty, relentless, and ruthless when it mattered most.

Their 2-1 comeback win over Liverpool in the FA Cup semi-finals on Saturday, April 12, proves the fight for the quadruple is well and truly alive.

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Women’s FA Cup semi-finals: Key battles to watch as Liverpool take on Chelsea, and Man City host the Manchester Derby

Women’s FA Cup semi-finals: Key battles to watch as Liverpool take on Chelsea, and Man City host the Manchester Derby

The international break is over, and Sports News Blitz’s Claudi Jones previews an exciting FA Cup weekend with exciting semi-final fixtures.

On Saturday, April 12, top of the Women’s Super League table, Chelsea host Liverpool at Kingsmeadow.

The following day, Manchester City host local rivals Manchester United at the Sky Blues' home ground, Joie Stadium.

All four teams will be eager to secure a place in the final and advance one step closer to claiming silverware.

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Chelsea’s relentless pursuit: Closing in on a sixth consecutive WSL title with the quadruple still in sight

Chelsea’s relentless pursuit: Closing in on a sixth consecutive WSL title with the quadruple still in sight

Chelsea’s relentless dominance in the Women’s Super League has them on track to clinch a sixth consecutive title.

In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Claudia Jones breaks down Chelsea’s latest victory and how Erin Cuthbert’s injury-time heroics against Manchester City kept the Blues firmly in control of the title race.

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Chelsea’s first trophy under Sonia Bompastor keeps quadruple hopes alive

Chelsea’s first trophy under Sonia Bompastor keeps quadruple hopes alive

Sonia Bompastor's tenure at Chelsea has begun in triumphant fashion, as the Blues secured a 2-1 victory over Manchester City in the Women's League Cup final at Pride Park.

This hard-fought win not only marks Bompastor's first silverware with the club but also keeps Chelsea's aspirations for a historic quadruple well on track.

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FIFA Women’s World Cup 2035 - Could it be held on home soil?

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2035 - Could it be held on home soil?

Excitement is building over where the 2035 FIFA Women’s World Cup will be held.

With the bidding process underway, hopes are high that the tournament could make history in a way never seen before.

Sports News Blitz writer Claudia Jones explores whether the UK stands a real chance of bringing the World Cup home?

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Women’s Tennis Association introduces paid maternity leave for players

Women’s Tennis Association introduces paid maternity leave for players

Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on a groundbreaking shift in women’s tennis, as the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) unveils a paid maternity leave initiative in partnership with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF).

This move addresses a long-standing gap in professional sports, ensuring female players receive essential family planning support.

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WSL news: A radical shift? The debate over relegation in the Women’s Super League
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WSL news: A radical shift? The debate over relegation in the Women’s Super League

The Women’s Super League has undergone significant transformation in recent years, fueled by increased investment, media attention, and growing fan engagement.

Now, a major restructuring proposal could reshape the league’s future - one that involves scrapping relegation entirely.

But is this the right move?

Sports News Blitz writer Claudia Jones explores the potential impact of this controversial change.

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BBC to broadcast Premiership Women’s Rugby matches in lead-up to home World Cup

BBC to broadcast Premiership Women’s Rugby matches in lead-up to home World Cup

BBC coverage of Premiership Women’s Rugby is set to increase this year, providing fans with more exposure to elite women’s rugby ahead of the Women’s Rugby World Cup.

Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on the story.

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Unrivaled one of the most successful start-up leagues in women’s sport history
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Unrivaled one of the most successful start-up leagues in women’s sport history

Unrivaled is making significant strides in women’s basketball, with fans and investors alike displaying a shared interest in the one of the most equitable leagues in professional sports.

Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya analyses the new tournament’s success.

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F1 Academy news: Tina Hausmann stays with Aston Martin for the 2025 season

F1 Academy news: Tina Hausmann stays with Aston Martin for the 2025 season

Aston Martin and PREMA Racing have announced their continued partnership with Tina Hausmann into the 2025 F1 Academy season.

She becomes the thirteenth confirmed driver set to compete in the Formula 1-backed feeder series for the 2025 season.

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F1 Academy news: 2025 grid expands as Maya Weug returns with Ferrari and Aurelia Nobels stays with PUMA

F1 Academy news: 2025 grid expands as Maya Weug returns with Ferrari and Aurelia Nobels stays with PUMA

2025 is off to a strong start for women in motorsports, with PUMA and Ferrari reaffirming their long-term commitment to Aurelia Nobels and Maya Weug, respectively.

Both drivers, who raced under these partnerships in 2024, will continue their journeys with PUMA and Ferrari in the 2025 F1 Academy season.

With drivers only eligible to compete in F1 Academy for two seasons, these continued partnerships are even more significant, ensuring that talent isn’t just developed but supported beyond their time in the series.

As members of the Ferrari Driver Academy, their continued backing sends a clear message to the wider motorsport community - women in motorsports deserve long-term support to break through in a male-dominated industry.

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Tennis news: Madison Keys wins first-ever Grand Slam title at Australian Open
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Tennis news: Madison Keys wins first-ever Grand Slam title at Australian Open

US tennis player Madison Keys won her first-ever Grand Slam title on Saturday when she defeated two-time defending champion and world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka in the 2025 Australian Open final.

Sports News Blitz writer Shameeka Voyiya reports on the story.

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