On the podcast today: Manchester City’s Bunny Shaw is subjected to vile racist and misogynistic abuse, leading to her absence from the League Cup semi-final. The panel discusses how football can better protect its players and the broader impact of such incidents.
Elsewhere, Chelsea and Manchester City set up a League Cup final showdown and Crystal Palace made history by reaching the FA Cup quarter-finals. Plus, we break down the Women’s Champions League draw as Chelsea and City prepare for four meetings in 12 days.
Plus, the latest FA Women’s National League action and your questions.
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Villa Park Stadium, England 25th January 2025: Khadija Bunny Shaw (21 Manchester City) warming up for the first time since her injury before the Barclays Women Super League, between Aston Villa and Manchester City at Villa Park Stadium, Birmingham, 25th January 2025 | Photo: Jayde Chamberlain/SPP. Jayde Chamberlain/SPP (Jayde Chamberlain/SPP)
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