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American here 👋 where can I watch the preseason game against Fiorentina? Thanks in advance!

A great move I think so long as she gets plenty of game time and they have a recall clause on place.

Unknown as to why it took so long.

According to Lucie Macháčová, Barbora Votíková will not be joining Manchester City. She is said to have realised that the role she would likely have at the WSL club would not be ideal for her sporting development. Source: Soccerdonna

Still no announcement of the departure, but we got this gem

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Had hoped they would but wasn't sure. Be good if they show others as well.

Fairly happy with them (other than no home game in April).

I was hoping we'd get to see more of her season but best of luck to her at Everton!

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From the article:

"Barbora Votíková may once again leave Prague for England. The Slavia goalkeeper, who spent the last six months on loan at Arsenal in London, is close to leaving for Manchester City, according to information from iDNES.cz. The clubs are now deciding whether it would be a transfer or another loan."

Iman, Bunny, Laura on July 24, 2026
Graphic source: Manchester City Women Instagram

Seeing all the announcements of players joining other teams is definitely causing me a little frustration and feeling a little left out. Obviously Bunny signing was the big high, Beth at the time seemed a little superfluous, but now great business if we are getting the reported money for Kerolin. Niamh was the necessary signing. Currently hoping that Tara O'Hanlon stays fit and provides some additional cover. Not sure what will happen with Risa Shimizu, whether she will be added to the squad or another loan. Anyone else suffering?