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9 clusters · 50 sources · 53 days · First seen about 2 months ago · Last updated 2 days ago

Categories: SPORTS

London City Lionesses 2026‑27 squad and season

Entities: Women's Super League · Chelsea FC Women · Alexia Putellas · London City Lionesses · Sporting CP

Overview

London City Lionesses have continued to shape their roster for the 2026‑27 Women’s Super League campaign. In July the club secured a one‑year extension for captain Kosovare Asllani despite a serious knee injury, keeping her under contract until summer 2027. The same month saw the arrival of 20‑year‑old Spanish midfielder Daniela Arques from Sporting CP on a three‑year deal, adding to an already strong Spanish contingent that includes Alexia Putellas, Mapi León and Lucía Corrales under head coach Éder Maestre.

The league expands to 14 teams, with the season opening on 4 September 2026 when London City host Manchester United at the CopperJax Community Stadium. Putellas is expected to make her Lionesses debut in that match. The expanded schedule runs to late May 2027, ahead of the Women’s World Cup in Brazil. These moves underscore the club’s ambition to compete for titles and cement its status as a leading force in English women’s football.

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.

[● 2 SOURCES] The 2026-27 Women's Super League season will begin on Friday 4 September 2026.
[● 2 SOURCES] London City Lionesses will host Manchester United in the opening match at CopperJax Community Stadium.
[● 2 SOURCES] Alexia Putellas will make her debut for London City Lionesses in the opening match.
[● 2 SOURCES] The Women's Super League will expand from 12 to 14 teams for the 2026-27 season, adding 50 more fixtures.
[● 2 SOURCES] Daniela Arques signed a three-year contract with London City Lionesses, joining from Sporting CP.
[● 2 SOURCES] Chelsea will host Aston Villa at Stamford Bridge on Saturday 5 September 2026.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Daniela Arques made 32 appearances and recorded three assists for Sporting CP in the previous season.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Hannah Hampton signed a new two-year deal with Chelsea and aims to restore the club's winning standards.

Timeline

2 days ago

[SPORTS] 11 sources
London City Lionesses set for 2026-27 WSL season with Alexia Putellas debut and new signings
The 2026‑27 Women’s Super League kicks off on 4 Sept with London City Lionesses hosting Manchester United, featuring Alexia Putellas’s debut and new signings such as Daniela Arques, as the league expands to 14
18 days ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
London City Lionesses extend Asllani contract, Bristol City sign Apostolakis
London City Lionesses extend captain Kosovare Asllani's deal to 2027 despite injury, while Australian Alexia Apostolakis signs with Bristol City for the 2026‑27 WSL 2 season.
19 days ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Spanish defender Mapi León signs with London City Lionesses
Spain’s Mapi León leaves Barcelona after nine years to join England’s London City Lionesses, praising owner Michele Kang and aiming to boost the club’s defence.
24 days ago

[SPORTS] 17 sources
Alexia Putellas signs with London City Lionesses for 2026‑27 season
Two‑time Ballon d’Or winner Alexia Putellas leaves Barcelona after 14 years to join England’s London City Lionesses for 2026‑27, citing the club’s ambition and independent women‑only model.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 5 sources
Alexia Putellas signs with London City Lionesses, boosting WSL ambitions
Alexia Putellas leaves Barcelona for London City Lionesses, while the club also secures forward Freya Godfrey to 2029, underscoring its growth plan in the WSL.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 11 sources
Alexia Putellas signs with London City Lionesses while confirming safety in Venezuela
Alexia Putellas leaves Barcelona for London City Lionesses, citing proximity to home, and confirmed she is safe in Caracas after deadly earthquakes.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Mary Earps Joins London City Lionesses on Free Transfer
Goalkeeper Mary Earps leaves PSG to sign a two‑year deal with London City Lionesses, returning to English football after a stint at Manchester United and winning multiple awards.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Leila Ouahabi joins Chicago Stars; Mary Earps signs with London City Lionesses
Leila Ouahabi signed with Chicago Stars and Mary Earps joined London City Lionesses, each bringing multiple titles and international experience to their new clubs for 2026‑27.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Alexia Putellas to sign with London City Lionesses after leaving FC Barcelona
Alexia Putellas, after 14 years at Barcelona, is reported to have agreed to join England's London City Lionesses, while clubs from Mexico and the US also vied for her signature.

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