England women's football team manager Sarina Wiegman has made a passionate plea to the Premier League, urging them to allocate prime weekend slots for women's matches to help grow the sport.
The Lionesses' boss believes that better scheduling could significantly increase visibility and fan engagement, propelling women's football to new heights.
Wiegman's Vision for Women's Football
Speaking ahead of England's upcoming fixtures, Wiegman emphasised the need for strategic scheduling. "We need to make women's football more accessible," she said. "Prime weekend slots would allow more fans, especially families, to attend matches and support the game."
The Current Challenge
Currently, many women's matches are scheduled during midweek or at inconvenient times, limiting attendance and TV viewership. Wiegman argues that aligning fixtures with traditional football weekends could revolutionise the sport's popularity.
Premier League's Role
The Dutch coach highlighted the Premier League's influence, stating: "If they lead by example, others will follow. This isn't just about the Lionesses – it's about growing the entire women's game."
With the Women's Super League gaining momentum, Wiegman's call comes at a crucial time for the sport's development in England.
