Everton Women Embrace independent Ownership Structure
Everton Women have officially separated from the men’s team, establishing themselves as an independent entity while remaining under the umbrella of Roundhouse Capital Holdings Ltd. This reorganization is designed to unlock new investment avenues specifically tailored for the women’s squad.
Strategic Financial Benefits and Regulatory Approval
The Premier League has sanctioned this transaction, confirming it reflects fair market value.By distinguishing the women’s team financially, Everton’s men’s side gains advantages under the Premier League Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR), enabling more effective revenue management that strengthens overall club finances.
Emerging Trends in Women’s Football Club Ownership
This move follows a broader pattern among English football clubs opting to spin off their women’s teams into standalone operations. Clubs such as Aston Villa and Chelsea have recently adopted similar approaches to sharpen focus on their women’s programs and attract dedicated funding streams.
Divergent Home Grounds: Goodison Park vs. Hill Dickinson Stadium
For the upcoming season, Everton Women will continue hosting matches at Goodison Park. Meanwhile, Everton Men are preparing to debut their cutting-edge 52,000-seat hill Dickinson Stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock-a symbol of modern ambition reflecting significant investment in infrastructure.
An Exciting Season Launch Broadcast Live on Sky Sports
The Women’s Super League season begins on September 7 with a highly anticipated Merseyside derby between Everton Women and Liverpool Women at Anfield. This match will be televised live on Sky Sports, underscoring growing media interest in English women’s football.
The Future Landscape of WSL Broadcasting: Sky Sports’ Expanded Role
A groundbreaking five-year deal guarantees Sky Sports as the primary broadcaster for Women’s Super League fixtures starting from 2025/26. Coverage will increase dramatically-nearly 90% of all WSL games (78 matches) will be aired exclusively by Sky, tripling previous broadcast volumes.
- Sundays at Noon: Most fixtures are slated for consistent 12pm Sunday kick-offs (subject to venue availability), offering fans reliable weekly viewing schedules.
- Multiple Viewing Platforms: Matches can be watched across various channels including Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports+, and streaming via the Sky Sports app-providing unmatched accessibility worldwide.
- User Experience Innovations: Supporters can personalize alerts through Sky’s notification system to stay informed about favorite teams and key moments throughout each campaign seamlessly.
“The surge in broadcast coverage mirrors escalating fan enthusiasm alongside growing commercial investments fueling global expansion of women’s football.”
The Expanding Global Investment Wave in Women’s Football
The restructuring by Everton reflects a wider international trend were clubs pursue specialized ownership models aimed at tapping into rapidly expanding markets. As a notable example, American sports investors have increasingly partnered with European women’s teams-a dynamic reminiscent of North America’s National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), which recently recorded average attendances surpassing 20,000 spectators per game during its latest season.
A New Chapter Unfolds for Everton Women and Beyond
This conversion strategically positions Everton Women within an evolving sports ecosystem marked by heightened professionalism across women’s football infrastructure nationwide. As more clubs adopt similar frameworks supported by enhanced media agreements like those secured with Sky Sports, fans can anticipate elevated competition standards coupled with unprecedented visibility moving forward.
