The real cases when WSL postponed the games.

While Alex Scott may have been speaking in general terms, her words certainly rang true for several WSL clubs who saw their matches postponed due to waterlogged pitches. In fact, WSL matches were postponed more often than those in any other professional women’s football league in Europe last season.

So why is the WSL so susceptible to fixture postponements? And what can be done to prevent it from happening again in the future?

There are a number of factors that contribute to the WSL’s susceptibility to waterlogged pitches. For one, the league does not have access to the same level of drainage technology that is available to men’s teams in the Premier League.

In addition, the WSL is played during the winter months when weather conditions are more likely to be adverse. This is in contrast to the men’s Premier League, which is played during the summer months when there is less rain.

Another factor that contributes to the WSL’s susceptibility to waterlogged pitches is the fact that many of the league’s clubs do not have their own facilities. This means that they are often forced to play their matches on public pitches that are not always well-maintained.

So what can be done to prevent WSL matches from being postponed due to waterlogged pitches?

One solution is for the WSL to invest in better drainage technology. This would allow the league’s clubs to keep their pitches in good condition despite heavy rain.

Another solution is for the WSL to switch to a summer schedule. This would avoid the problem of fixtures being postponed due to adverse weather conditions.

Finally, the WSL could work with local authorities to improve the condition of public pitches. This would ensure that clubs have access to playable surfaces even when their own facilities are unavailable.

While there is no easy solution to the problem of waterlogged pitches, it is clear that something needs to be done to prevent WSL matches from being postponed due to the weather. With a little bit of effort, the WSL can ensure that its fixtures are played on safe and playable surfaces.