Liverpool Women manager Gareth Taylor has set out a confident vision for the new Women's Super League season, refusing to place limits on his team's potential. The Reds are preparing to start their campaign away at Charlton Women this Sunday, looking to move on from a challenging 2025/26 season.
What is Gareth Taylor's vision for Liverpool Women?
Speaking at a pre-match press conference ahead of the season opener, Taylor emphasized a belief in his squad's quality. He told reporters his main challenge is convincing the players of their own ability. "I think my biggest challenge this season with these players is convincing them that they're good because we are," Taylor said, according to Rush The Kop. The manager stated the team would attack every game with the intention to win, deliberately avoiding setting a specific points target.
Taylor's optimism comes after a season where Liverpool finished 11th in the WSL, securing 17 points from 22 games. Their final form was LLLWD, having scored 21 goals and conceded 34. The team ended the campaign 38 points behind champions Manchester City. Despite that difficult league position, the Reds showed resilience, bouncing back from a winless start to secure safety and reach the Women's FA Cup semi-finals.
How has the Liverpool Women squad changed this summer?
The transfer window has been active for Liverpool Women as they aim to strengthen. The club has brought in goalkeeper Khiara Keating from Manchester City, a player Taylor knows well from his time there. Other new arrivals include defenders Sara Agrez and Mari Ward, alongside attackers Vivien Endemann, Natalia Ramos, and Mao Itamura. Fans can view the full updated squad list on our site.
These signings aim to address areas of need, though the squad is currently dealing with injury issues. Taylor confirmed at his press conference that defender Anna Josendal is facing a spell on the sidelines. The manager will hope his new additions can help improve the team's defensive record, which saw them concede 34 times last term.
Where can fans follow Liverpool Women and the WSL?
BBC Sport has significantly expanded its coverage of the Women's Super League for the 2026/27 season. According to a report on the BBC website, the broadcaster will show 25 WSL matches live on BBC TV and iPlayer. Coverage kicks off this weekend, though Liverpool's opener at Charlton is not among the initial televised fixtures.
The BBC is also launching a dedicated Women's Football YouTube channel featuring match highlights, original series, and a weekly show called The Debrief. Additionally, the BBC Sounds podcast Women's Football Weekly, hosted by Ben Haines and Ellen White, will provide weekly analysis. Supporters can follow dedicated club pages on the BBC Sport website and app for all the latest news.
What is the latest WSL standings context for Liverpool?
Liverpool Women begin the new season looking to climb the standings after last year's 11th-place finish. Their final tally of 17 points left them just eight points clear of relegation. The team's goal difference of -13 is another key area for improvement under Taylor's new-look squad.
The expanded WSL now features three new teams, increasing the competition. With the next Women's World Cup in Brazil on the horizon, this season promises intense competition throughout the league. Liverpool's first test is a trip to face Charlton Women on Sunday, September 6th, as they look to turn Taylor's ambitious words into positive results on the pitch.
