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Michele Kang vows London City Lionesses' new training hub will outshine most men's facilities

Owner Michele Kang announced that a purpose-built training centre for London City Lionesses will open within a year and is expected to exceed the quality of most Premier League men's training complexes.

Michele Kang revealed that London City Lionesses will open a dedicated training centre in less than a year, a facility she claims will be better than most Premier League men’s training sites. The investment follows a summer of major player acquisitions, including two-time Ballon d’Or winner Alexia Putellas. Kang emphasized that the centre is purpose-built for women, aiming to eliminate the notion that female athletes are second-class citizens in the sport.

She highlighted the need for better injury research, noting that ACL injuries affect women at a rate two to three times higher than men and that medical research is overwhelmingly male-focused. Drawing on her experience with independent clubs in the United States, Kang said the project demonstrates the potential of women-only teams. She also linked the initiative to her multi-club ownership model, hoping similar standards will spread to clubs in Asia, Africa and South America, ultimately providing equal opportunities for girls worldwide.

Why it matters

It signals a major step toward gender-equal facilities in football and could set a new benchmark for women's sports worldwide.

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