VERSUS UK

1 week ago | versus.uk.com | Ahmed Shooble

VERSUS sat down with Aina to chop it up about his investment in sustainable boot manufacturer Sokito, growing up in a Yoruba household, why it's still Snapchat over everything, and what’s next once football stops. “Agba ti de” — a Yoruba phrase which translates to “the elder has arrived.” It’s an acknowledgement of one’s coming of age, as well as the journey it took for them to earn a new level of respect. But Ola Aina’s story isn’t about age. It’s about presence.

1 week ago | versus.uk.com | Ahmed Shooble

The Women’s Super League will expand from 12 to 14 teams from the 2026/27 season. The upcoming 2025/26 season will begin with the usual 12 teams, but the top two sides from the second tier — WSL 2 — will be automatically promoted to take the total up to 14 for the following campaign. The third-placed team in the WSL 2 will also feature in a play-off with the WSL’s bottom-placed side for a place in the top flight.

1 week ago | versus.uk.com | Ahmed Shooble

Ella Toone has launched a new creative agency aimed at helping women footballers become household names. Together with co-founder James Marshall, Amicizia Studios will produce Toone’s own content while also connecting players with potential brand partnerships, marketing campaigns and production opportunities. The agency will offer services including content development, creative consultancy and PR to connect women’s athletes with brands. Toone is a baller who’s well aware of the power of her brand.

2 weeks ago | versus.uk.com | Ahmed Shooble

2 weeks ago | versus.uk.com | Ahmed Shooble

Rachel Yankey has launched a foundation dedicated to breaking barriers to entry for young girls in football. The Rachel Yankey Foundation has been piloted across two London boroughs and will provide young girls with affordable-to-play hubs in the local community — creating a safe space where they can play football.