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Although it had been rumored about for a long time, few could truly imagine it happening. But it did. On 26 May 2026, Alexia Putellas left Barcelona, her childhood club, after 14 seasons. Over that time, her persona became almost synonymous with Barcelona Femení. Whether you are a fan of hers or not, one thing is undeniable: she made countless people to love women’s football.

The transfer window has not even opened yet, but the rumours are already getting wild. And we also have new Champions of Europe. Most leagues and competitions may already be over, but this week was still packed with major stories.

Five unsuccessful Champions League finals. Reaching the biggest match in women’s football so many times was already an achievement in itself,  yet the Polish star always walked away defeated. Until one May evening in Oslo in 2026.

Although they say they are not alike, twins Nellie and Elin Karlsson share one passion. Unsurprisingly, a love for football.

Sam Kerr leaving Chelsea and Katie McCabe departing Arsenal broke plenty of hearts across the women’s football world. But while these farewells are painful for fans, they are also a positive sign for the game itself. Here is why.

Most European leagues have already crowned their champions. In Sweden, Austria, Poland and Spain, the domestic cup winners have also been decided. But beyond the trophies, this week was also marked by a series of emotional farewells. Whether it was legends leaving their clubs after many seasons or retiring from the professional game. Simply put, it feels like the end of an era in women’s football.

Women’s football is growing. But especially in Europe, so much still depends on how clubs choose to treat their women’s teams. In some places, there is a genuine one-club mentality: women play at the big main stadium, have their own merchandise, and share facilities equally with the men’s side. Elsewhere, the reality is very different. At Dijon, despite the women’s team being more successful than the men’s side, the players are now facing the possible loss of their professional status.

A few days ago, Brighton banged on the table and announced the creation of a new stadium exclusively for its women’s team. Brighton & Hove Albion have published plans to build the first women’s football stadium designed specifically for the sport in the United Kingdom and Europe. In addition, it will also be the third stadium in the world created for the exclusive use of the women’s football team.