Women's Football Highlights: Recent Achievements and Challenges

Vagabonds women's rugby team suffered a close defeat against Winnington Park, losing 43-32 despite six tries, including two each from Maylyn Campbell and Bliss Murtagh. The team currently sits fourth in their league and will face Bury in their next match. In women's football, Indian players from Manipur shone in the SAFF Women's Championship, with Bala Devi scoring her 50th international goal and captain Ashalata Devi achieving her 100th appearance in a 5-2 victory over Pakistan. Meanwhile, the Lower Subansiri District Football Association launched a women's football development program in Arunachal Pradesh, engaging over 50 participants in theory, coaching, and practice matches. Athlone Town, preparing for the new Women's Premier Division season, has emphasized teamwork and adaptability, with manager Ciarán Kilduff inspiring self-belief among players as they aim for their first league title. The team's recent experiences in the FAI Cup have strengthened their resolve, with notable contributions from players like Kellie Brennan and captain Laurie Ryan in fostering team morale.