CL teams will not compete in Women's League Cup from next season
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West Ham United Women face a shift in the domestic cup landscape following confirmed changes to the Women’s League Cup. Starting from the 2026/27 campaign, any club qualifying for the Women’s Champions League will be excluded from the competition entirely. Under the existing format, the three teams finishing at the top of the league table earn European qualification and join the cup at the quarter-final phase. This reform is designed to address scheduling pressures and provide increased match experience for players across the top two divisions. The move represents a significant adjustment to the tournament’s structure and the seasonal football calendar.
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