Charlton Athletic Women are preparing to mark a significant milestone with a Season Preview Event on Wednesday, August 19th, at The Valley. This exclusive gathering is designed for a limited number of season-ticket holders, offering an intimate look at the club's preparations for their debut season in the Barclays Women's Super League.
Attendees will be granted a unique behind-the-scenes experience, including the opportunity to meet the team and hear directly from manager Karen Hills and key players. The event will also serve as the unveiling of the new kits, providing fans with the initial chance to purchase official women's replica shirts complete with WSL badges and name sets. Further enhancing the experience, guests can take photos pitch-side in the dugouts, with complimentary food provided and drinks available for purchase. Tickets for this special event were offered free to season-ticket holders on a first-come, first-served basis, becoming available from August 7th.
This event arrives as Charlton Athletic Women embark on their maiden voyage in the Women's Super League, the pinnacle of English women's football. Their promotion was secured at the conclusion of the 2025/26 season, a historic achievement culminating in a dramatic play-off victory against Leicester CityTeam·Leicester City in May 2026. The decisive match ended 0-0 after extra time, with Charlton ultimately prevailing 2-1 in a penalty shootout.
During their 2025/26 FA Women's Championship campaign, Charlton Athletic Ladies demonstrated strong form, finishing in 3rd place out of 12 teams. Their record included 12 wins, 6 draws, and 4 losses from 22 matches, reflecting a 55% win rate. The team scored a total of 31 goals while conceding 21, resulting in a positive goal difference of +10. Their home performances were particularly robust, with 7 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses, complemented by a solid away record of 5 wins, 4 draws, and 2 losses. Key contributors to their success included Jodie HuttonPlayer·Jodie Hutton, Lucy FitzgeraldPlayer·Lucy Fitzgerald, and Katie Bradley, each netting 5 goals, with Charlotte Newsham providing 3 assists as the chief creator.
Looking ahead to the challenges of the WSL, the club has been active in refining its squad. As of June 2026, players such as Jodie HuttonPlayer·Jodie Hutton, Lucia LobatoPlayer·Lucia Lobato, Katie Lockwood, Mary McAteer, Gloria SiberPlayer·Gloria Siber, Kiera SkeelsPlayer·Kiera Skeels, Lizzie WaldiePlayer·Lizzie Waldie, and Sophie WhitehousePlayer·Sophie Whitehouse remained under contract. Discussions were ongoing for contract extensions with Katie Bradley, Lucy FitzgeraldPlayer·Lucy Fitzgerald, Carla HumphreyPlayer·Carla Humphrey, Gillian Kenney, Ellie Mason, Elisha N'Dow, Charlotte Newsham, Anna Pedersen, and Mia RossPlayer·Mia Ross. Meanwhile, Emma BissellPlayer·Emma Bissell, Frankie Finlayson, Karin MuyaPlayer·Karin Muya, Gracie Pearse, and Amalie Thestrup departed the club, and Keira FlanneryPlayer·Keira Flannery returned to her parent club following the expiration of her loan spell. A notable acquisition for the upcoming season is Emily Van Egmond, who joins Charlton Athletic after spending the 2025/26 WSL season with Leicester CityTeam·Leicester City. Van Egmond's arrival brings significant experience to the midfield, a crucial asset for a team stepping into the top tier.
The Season Preview Event not only celebrates the club's ascent but also galvanizes support as Charlton Athletic Women prepare to face the heightened competition of the Barclays WSL, aiming to establish their presence among the elite of English women's football.
Charlton Athletic Women celebrate their play-off victory against Leicester City. Credit: Focus Images/IMAGO
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