Liverpool's women's side, languishing second‑bottom in the WSL with just four wins, now stand two victories from a major trophy. A Sunday semi‑final against Brighton offers a chance to reverse a season that began with only two points from ten games and the summer sale of star forward Olivia Smith for a record £1 million. Manager Gareth Taylor hopes a Wembley appearance will reward supporters.

January signings have sparked the Reds’ revival, with midfielder Denise O’Sullivan making eleven appearances and forward Alice Bergström scoring three in her first three games. On‑loan keeper Jennifer Falk kept a clean sheet in the 3‑2 win over Everton, while top scorer Beata Olsson says a cup final is the club’s aspiration. The squad’s resilience amid injuries and tragedies fuels belief they can finish strongly.

A win would send Liverpool to their fourth Women's FA Cup final, a stage they have not reached since 1996 when they competed as Knowsley United. Brighton arrive in form, unbeaten in six league games and fresh from a 2‑0 FA Cup quarter‑final victory over Arsenal. Taylor insists his side will not underestimate the opponent, but believes the cup run already proves the squad’s character.