It is extremely hard to believe that Aston Villa have not been in the hat for the fifth round draw of the FA Cup since 2015. But now they are there, they are looking like serious contenders to make it to Wembley with Liverpool,

Crystal Palace were promoted to replace Bristol City in the top flight, while on a wider note, the league is now under the management and operation of a new organisation set up to lead women's football towards further growth and progression, with Nikki Doucet overseeing both the WSL and Championship in a new phase for the game.