New coaches backed by seven professional clubs, including Arsenal, to deliver introductory football sessions for 1,000 girls aged seven to 11 in the city
The FA launched its women’s football Gameplan for Growth 11 months ago with three bold aims: to double participation, to double fans and to have consistent success on the world stage.
It was a launch full of positivity and enthusiasm for the potential that exists across the board in the women’s game but it is fair to say the road has been rocky. The FA has faced criticism for its handling of Eni Aluko’s complaint and Mark Sampson’s sacking and its governance of, and restructure of, the domestic leagues.
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