Brighton stun Arsenal in FA Cup as WSL 2 title race heats up – Women’s Football Weekly podcast

Brighton stun Arsenal in FA Cup as WSL 2 title race heats up – Women’s Football Weekly podcast

On today’s pod: Brighton produced the shock of the FA Cup quarter-finals with a deserved win over Arsenal at Meadow Park, while Chelsea, Manchester City and Liverpool also booked their places in the last four. The panel discuss Fran Kirby’s influence, Chelsea’s narrow win over Tottenham and Liverpool’s extra-time victory against Charlton.

Elsewhere, the panel reflects on Birmingham City’s impressive showing against Manchester City, Charlton’s resilience and what the semi-final draw means, with Chelsea set to host City and Liverpool taking on Brighton for a place in the final.

Plus: the WSL 2 title race takes centre stage. The panel assesses Birmingham City’s surge to the top, Charlton’s wobble and Crystal Palace’s late push, while also examining a tense relegation battle between Ipswich and Portsmouth.

Also, attention turns to the international break as England prepare to face Spain in a crucial World Cup qualifier at Wembley, with the panel going over the injuries, tactical battles and what could decide the game.

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Arsenal v Brighton & Hove Albion - Adobe Women's FA Cup Quarter FinalBOREHAMWOOD, ENGLAND - APRIL 05: Fran Kirby of Brighton & Hove Albion is put under pressure by Laia Codina and Lotte Wubben-Moy of Arsenal  during the Adobe Women's FA Cup Quarter Final match between Arsenal and Brighton & Hove Albion at Mangata Pay UK Stadium on April 05, 2026 in Borehamwood, England. (Photo by Paul Harding - The FA/The FA via Getty Images)
Photograph: Paul Harding/The FA/Getty Images

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