'Women's football completely overlooked' - England defender Leah Williamson

England defender Leah Williamson. Photo: TheFA

Arsenal and England defender Leah Williamson says women's sport has been "completely overlooked" during the coronavirus crisis.


The Women's Super League ended in May and final standings were decided on a points-per-game basis.

The men's Premier League restarted behind closed doors on 17 June.

Williamson, who made 23 appearances for Arsenal last season, hopes women's football is not affected by being "left behind for that period of time".

Arsenal defender Leah Williamson. Photo: David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images

"I just really hope as the season plays out, we're not noticing that we were left behind for that period of time. Having spoken to quite a few people, I think women's sport in general, not just women's football, was completely overlooked.

"Sometimes you can't argue when it comes to funding - it is what it is and you have to be realistic. But I definitely did feel like we were overlooked and I hope that doesn't show."

Williamson, 23, added women's sports "aren't in the same places as the male sports".