What does WSL relegation mean for Leicester City?
Leicester City has been relegated from the Women's Super League (WSL) after a disappointing season. The team finished at the bottom of the league with only two wins and a significant goal difference. Their relegation was confirmed following a penalty shootout loss to Charlton in a playoff match.
- ▪Leicester City finished bottom of the WSL, eight points from safety.
- ▪The team had only two wins in 22 matches, resulting in a -41 goal difference.
- ▪Charlton Athletic was promoted alongside Birmingham City and Crystal Palace.
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