The Football Association has announced a major shake-up of the women's game that aims to unearth "a new generation of Lionesses" and make football more accessible to girls across the country.
The changes will mean the existing Women’s and Girls’ Player Pathway is transformed so there are up to 70 Emerging Talent Centres (ETCs) operating in England to cater for promising players between the ages of eight and 16.
Supported by investment from the Premier League, the ETCs will offer girls increased playing time in varied football formats, including an emphasis on joining boys in a mixed football environment to aid their development.
