Charlton’s FA Cup clash against Liverpool on Sunday serves as a critical test ahead of the May 2 season finale. Hills frames the campaign as a ‘marathon,’ emphasizing focus on weekly goals rather than promotion hype. If successful, the club will need off-season investments to bridge the financial and competitive divide with the WSL.

As Hills notes, ‘There’s a lot of work going on behind the scenes to make us WSL ready.’ The Addicks’ journey embodies ambition, grit, and the evolving landscape of women’s football.