Football stadiums have been historically designed with only men in mind and need to be better equipped for female players and supporters, says the company which runs professional women’s football in England.
WSL Football has unveiled what it says are “world-first design guidelines” for updating existing stadiums – or building new ones – so they better cater for women, at a time when the women’s game is growing.
The WSL wants to see elite stadia designed or upgraded with more inclusive and accessible facilities for supporters and players alike.
“The rapid growth of the women’s game has demonstrated that football venues, which have historically been built and designed for the male player and fan, need to be better equipped to cater towards the specific needs of female athletes and supporters,” the WSL said.
It has worked with fans, clubs, players, coaches, matchday officials, architects and design experts to develop its guidelines.
