Manchester City women's football team has won the 2025-26 Women's Super League (WSL) title [1, 2, 3].
The victory marks a significant shift in English women's football, ending a 10-year wait [4] for the club to reclaim the league trophy. By securing the championship, Manchester City establishes itself once again as a dominant force in the WSL, breaking a long period of title drought.
The title was mathematically confirmed on May 3, 2026, following a 1-1 draw between Arsenal and Brighton [2]. This result ensured that Manchester City had enough points to be crowned champions regardless of their remaining fixtures. This is the second time [3] the club has won the WSL title.
Under the management of Andrée Jeglertz, the squad relied on a blend of veteran leadership and emerging talent. The team maintains an average squad age of 24 years [5]. Captain Alex Greenwood played a pivotal role in the campaign, securing the first WSL title of her career [1].
Standout player Khadija Shaw provided critical offensive support throughout the season. The synergy between the defensive organization led by Greenwood and the attacking threat of Shaw proved decisive in the race for the trophy. The club's success is the result of a sustained effort to return to the top of the English game, a goal that had remained elusive for a decade.
While Arsenal remained a primary challenger until the final days of the season, the draw against Brighton effectively handed the title to the Manchester-based side. The celebration marks a milestone for Jeglertz and her players, who managed to navigate a highly competitive league to secure the championship [1, 2].
“Manchester City women's football team has won the 2025-26 Women's Super League (WSL) title”
Manchester City's second league title breaks a decade of dominance by other clubs and signals a return to the summit of the WSL. By leveraging a relatively young squad with an average age of 24, the club has built a sustainable model for success that combines youthful energy with the experienced leadership of players like Alex Greenwood.
