New Ireland head coach Carla Ward said on Thursday that USWNT manager Emma Hayes had encouraged her in her pursuit of the role

The new Women's Super League marks the start of a new era for reigning champions Chelsea, with long-serving boss Emma Hayes having departed in summer to start a new adventure with the USA Women's team.

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Former Aston Villa boss Carla Ward replaces Eileen Gleeson, who left after Ireland failed to qualify for Euro 2025; Ward was on Emma Hayes USA coaching staff for 2024 Olympics triumph and will take ch

Former Aston Villa boss Carla Ward has been appointed the new head coach of the Republic of Ireland through to the end of the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup, the Football Association of Ireland (FAI) confirmed on Wednesday.

The Republic of Ireland have unveiled Carla Ward as their new manager. The former Aston Villa boss has signed a deal taking her through to the end of the 2027 World Cup.The ex-Sheffield United,

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.

Having departed Aston Villa at the end of last season, Ward initially joined up with Emma Hayes’ backroom setup as the USA won Olympic gold in Paris. Speaking to the FAI.ie, Ward said: “This is an unbelievable opportunity, not just with the national ...