What about the future lionesses? Grassroots women’s football investment looks bleak

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What about the future lionesses? At the grassroots the future can look bleak for women’s football - with a report revealing a picture of underfunding and lack of career pathways. JaneDJourno reports.

Women’s football in England got a massive boost when the Lionesses became Euro champions last summer. Millions watched their matches on tv, and girls were inspired to play.

The World Cup is now just over a week away, and fans will be hoping for another strong performance. But today a new government-commissioned report into the future of women’s football by former England player Karen Carney has revealed a picture of underfunding, lack of career pathways and missed opportunities to grow the sport.

 

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