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'Scrapping relegation is not something that I can back because you’re taking away one of the core elements of the game': Ian Wright unhappy with proposed rule change

Ian Wright, football pundit and former footballer looks on before the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Manchester United and Leicester City at Old Trafford on February 7, 2025 in Manchester, England.

Arsenal legend Ian Wright says he will not back the idea of scrapping relegation in the Women's Super League because it takes "away one of the core elements of the game".

The idea was raised at a meeting where WSL and Women's Championship clubs were present. The notion is thought to have been tabled, and is yet to have a final decision, in a bid to expand the leagues and to increase investment from club owners.

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