Wales’ women’s national team has qualified for the UEFA Women’s European Championships, their first major tournament. The team’s campaign slogan, “for us, for them, for her”, captured the transformative nature of this milestone – not just for the players and staff involved in their 2-1 victory over the Republic of Ireland in Dublin, but for the future of women’s football in Wales.
In recent years, Cymru women have seen a surge in support, with the Football Association of Wales (FAW) reporting a massive tripling in match attendance to an average gate of more than 5,000 per game. The growth of the women’s game is evident not just in the stands but also on the pitch.
Participation among women and girls has increased by 45% since 2021 – with just under 16,000 playing football across the 2023-24 season. It seems fair to suggest that the performances of the national team have contributed to this rise in participation.
