Two-time Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas is set to make her London City Lionesses' debut against Manchester United when the Women's Super League season kicks off. London City will host United in the opening match of the 2026-27 WSL season on Friday, 4 September (19:00 BST). His ambitious side face a United team hoping to bounce back after failing to qualify for the Champions League last season. On the season's first Sunday, defending champions Manchester City begin their campaign at home against promoted Birmingham City while Tottenham host West Ham United. Finally, title hopefuls Arsenal return to Brighton where a 1-1 draw in May ensured Manchester City won the 2025-26 Women's Super League.