Women's Super League Showdown: Leicester Women Host League Leaders Manchester City Women
On December 7, 2025, the Women's Super League will feature an intriguing clash as Leicester Women host formidable opponents Manchester City Women at the King Power Stadium. This match is crucial for Leicester as they battle to move away from the relegation zone, while Manchester City aim to solidify their position at the top of the league table.
Match Background & Qualification Scenarios
This Women's Super League (WSL) encounter carries different stakes for both teams. Manchester City Women currently sit at the top of the league table, aiming to secure the championship title and a spot in the UEFA Women's Champions League this season. The WSL champions, runners-up, and third-placed teams qualify for the following season's UEFA Women's Champions League. For Leicester Women, the challenge is more immediate: avoiding relegation. Positioned ninth in the league, they are not far from the bottom and every point is crucial for their survival in the top flight. Historically, Manchester City Women have dominated this fixture, winning 15 of their 17 previous meetings, with two draws and no victories for Leicester City Women.
Recent Form
The recent form of both teams paints a contrasting picture. Manchester City Women have won all of their last five matches in the Women's Super League, showcasing their strong title contention, including three away victories. In contrast, Leicester Women have failed to win any of their last five matches in the Women's Super League and have only secured one home victory at the King Power Stadium this season.
Key Players & Injury News
Key players for Leicester Women include winger Missy Goodwin, who was named the club's Player of the Season for 2024/25, and German goalkeeper Janina Leitzig, who earned the same accolade in 2022/23. Finnish forward Jutta Rantala and Belgian midfielder Janice Cayman are also vital offensive threats. Leicester Women appointed Rick Passmoor as their new head coach in October 2025, who will lead the team through upcoming challenges. Manchester City Women boast a roster of stars, including captain Alex Greenwood, and prolific attackers Khadija Shaw, Lauren Hemp, and Chloe Kelly. Midfield stalwarts Jill Roord and Yui Hasegawa are also integral to their squad. Manchester City Women are managed by new head coach Andrée Jeglertz for the 2025/26 season. Specific injury updates are typically released closer to match day, with both teams expected to monitor player fitness closely to field their strongest possible lineups.