Katie Wright

London

Senior Journalist at BBC

Senior journalist @BBCSport - women's football lead for online. Formerly @BBCNews. #BBCJTS alumni

Articles

Arsenal: What is the secret to their success at growing their WSL crowds?

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | Katie Wright

Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Arsenal broke the WSL crowd record three times in 2023-24BBC Sport Senior JournalistArsenal's attendances are the envy of women's football – not just in England, or Europe, but around the world. To put their attendances into context, their average last season of nearly 29,000 is more than three times the team with the second highest average – Chelsea, who are the dominant force in the WSL. So what is Arsenal's secret?
Jimmy Choo's well-heeled guide to Kuala Lumpur

3 weeks ago | bbc.co.uk | Katie Wright

His shoes ignited a worldwide sartorial revolution, but he hangs his hat in KL. Here are his top hometown experiences, from enjoying street food to designing your own bespoke suit. Home to the Petronas Twin towers and one of the world's most recognisable skylines, the Malaysian capital has evolved over the last four decades from a modest metropolis known for its charming colonial architecture to a thriving, ultra-modern city.
Jimmy Choo's well-heeled guide to Kuala Lumpur

3 weeks ago | flipboard.com | Katie Wright

DNA test to confirm identity of body found in Bangsar construction siteKUALA LUMPUR: A DNA test will be conducted on the body of a man who was found at a construction site in Bangsar here on Wednesday (June 4). In a …
Independent Living & Federal Cuts To Medicaid

2 months ago | timesnewspapers.com | Katie Wright

I am the blessed, albeit exhausted, mother of three boys. My oldest son, Henry, is in third grade. He is a happy guy who loves reading, playing soccer, swimming, and his brothers. He also happens to have Down syndrome. Henry often talks about life as he gets older. He wants to go to college, he wants a job to make his own money and he wants to live more independently. As his parents, my husband and I have every intention of helping him achieve his goals.
7 effective ways to supercharge a short walk (in just 20 minutes)

2 months ago | stylist.co.uk | Katie Wright

7 effective ways to supercharge a short walk (and reap all the health benefits)
Jonas Eidevall on Arsenal exit, losing fans over Miedema decision and move to San Diego Wave

Mar 12, 2025 | bbc.com | Katie Wright

Strong results did not materialise. The north London club were sixth in the WSL after winning just one of their opening four games, while they suffered a demoralising 5-2 defeat at Bayern Munich in the Champions League three days before that defeat at home to Chelsea, where some fans could be seen clamouring for his sacking by waving P45 signs. So, on the Monday after that match, Eidevall informed the club of his intention to step down.
Casey Stoney: Ex-England captain on rebuilding after San Diego sacking and becoming Canada boss

Mar 2, 2025 | bbc.com | Katie Wright

Image source, Getty ImagesBBC Sport Senior JournalistCasey Stoney was only meant to be returning to England temporarily last June for a funeral when she found herself stuck in the country, along with her family, unable to go back to their home in California. "When I got fired, it terminated our visas with immediate effect whilst I was in the UK, pretty much rendering me and my partner homeless, with three children," she tells BBC Sport.
Pia Sundhage: Why renowned coach took on Switzerland challenge

Dec 3, 2024 | bbc.com | Katie Wright

Image source, EPAImage caption, Sundhage has settled in Bern, one of the eight host cities for Euro 2025, because she wanted "to embrace and breathe the culture"BBC Sport Senior JournalistFor the second time in the space of three days, England will take on a team led by a vastly experienced coach with an Olympic gold medal to her name.
Malta and Tenerife among Europe's best hot and sunny holidays for February

Jan 26, 2024 | mirror.co.uk | Katie Wright

Five holiday destinations that provide plenty of sunshine and warm, winter-banishing weather are within a short flight of the UK. After battling through storms, freezing temperatures and heavy rain, who wouldn't want to pack their bags and jet off to a sun-soaked country?
Sarina Wiegman: The mastermind behind the Lionesses' success

Aug 18, 2023 | bbc.com | Katie Wright

Sarina Wiegman guided England to their first ever major women's trophy at Euro 2022 last yearVenue: Stadium Australia Date: Sunday, 20 August Kick-off: 11:00 BSTCoverage: Watch live on BBC One, listen on BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Sounds and follow on the BBC Sport website & app. Sarina Wiegman's list of achievements is as long as it is impressive.