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Manchester City’s first WSL title in a decade was a defining moment of the 2025-26 season, even though Andree Jeglertz’s team looked set to dominate from the early stages of the campaign. In stark contrast, Chelsea’s inability to defend their crown after six consecutive titles marked the end of an era and signalled that a major rebuild is on the horizon for the London giants this summer.
Across the league, however, there were plenty of stories beyond the title race. All eyes were on the newly promoted, well-funded London City Lionesses as they made their debut in the top flight. Would they turn out to be the dark horses of the 2025-26 season, or would another team steal the spotlight? The transfer market also drew attention, with unprecedented spending in the women’s game leading to heightened expectations for several high-profile signings.
Much of the intrigue centred on three standout players who commanded seven-figure transfer fees, raising questions about whether they could deliver on their price tags. Over the past nine months, those questions — and many others — have been answered, as GOAL breaks down the standout winners and notable losers from the 2025-26 WSL campaign.