Emma Hayes Departs Chelsea After Fifth WSL Title, Calls for League Expansion and Increased Diversity
May 21, 2024![Emma Hayes Departs Chelsea After Fifth WSL Title, Calls for League Expansion and Increased Diversity](https://cdn.brief.news/images/stories/ce4206bbc5b83243953141d5b5acdc6573033e4d4038a376f1c2465600f11d48b4fff7b9a7dfa1773c40df14ad9ffe586721a260e4472f534495c659a6eef46b.png)
Emma Hayes bids farewell to Chelsea after leading them to their fifth consecutive Women's Super League title.
Chelsea narrowly beats out Manchester City for the title.
Liverpool secures fourth place, surpassing FA Cup winners Manchester United.
The season showcased standout performances from underrated players, highlighting the league's depth and talent.
Discussions focused on Manchester City's dominance and Jadon Sancho's potential impact on England's Euro 2024 campaign.
Upcoming season presents new challenges and opportunities for all teams in the competitive league.
Only two female coaches remain in the WSL, indicating a need for increased diversity and representation in women's football.
Commissioner Engelbert announced plans for all teams to have charter flights by May 21st to improve travel logistics.
Hayes leaves behind a legacy of empowerment and calls for the expansion of the WSL to enhance competition.
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The Athletic • May 19, 2024
Emma Hayes, the long goodbye and the legacy![Emma Hayes: a manager who enabled human beings to always find a way | Suzanne Wrack](https://cdn.brief.news/images/links/ce4206bbc5b83243953141d5b5acdc6573033e4d4038a376f1c2465600f11d48b4fff7b9a7dfa1773c40df14ad9ffe586721a260e4472f534495c659a6eef46b.png)
The Guardian • May 19, 2024
Emma Hayes: a manager who enabled human beings to always find a way | Suzanne Wrack![Chelsea: Emma Hayes 'absolutely leaving at the right time'](https://cdn.brief.news/images/links/c05714b0641ed802dcd5bbeea8200c8dfd982c49c200256f1d51dc8cb52e7f205e8bb4b117263e3799581e190d2c6ae34c64d2d1265652de93ed1379eb8343b6.jpg)
BBC Sport • May 19, 2024
Chelsea: Emma Hayes 'absolutely leaving at the right time'![Chelsea thrash United to seal WSL; Liverpool rise; Lyon win - ESPN](https://cdn.brief.news/images/links/7f72cdce044d0db32c19e5f4141317b88e4c33f319cd8ab7784a486f947564ef0ff1436766a667f22c9980210eacfb531667621594c3c810d5711febff1f185f.jpg)
ESPN • May 20, 2024
Chelsea thrash United to seal WSL; Liverpool rise; Lyon win - ESPN