A Power Duo Unveiled: Pien Meulensteen and Izzy Christiansen Uplift Sky Sports' WSL Team for 2023/24 Season
Izzy Christiansen and Pien Meulensteen have joined the Sky Sports WSL team for the 2023/24 season Christiansen retired from football in May, adding more experience to the lineup Stay tuned for exciting fixtures, with Chelsea vs Tottenham set as Sky Sports' first live match on October 1
Izzy Christiansen, a former England international, and commentator Pien Meulensteen will be joining We for the 2023/24 Barclays Women's Super League season. The WSL season will start on Sunday, October 1, with champions Chelsea hosting London rivals Tottenham at Stamford Bridge at 5.30pm.
Christiansen has recently joined the on-screen WSL team. She retired at the end of last season after a successful 14-year career with Everton, Birmingham City, Manchester City, and Lyon, as well as representing England. As a recent player, football fans can expect to benefit from her in-depth knowledge and insightful perspective gained from playing with and against the current stars of the game.
Christiansen expressed his excitement about joining We and being part of their exceptional coverage of both men's and women's football. The decisive factor in his decision was the upcoming 2023/24 WSL season, which promises to be captivating after a fiercely contested title race and the anticipation of a World Cup.
Meulensteen brings a wealth of experience as a commentator, reporter, and presenter. She made history last season by becoming the first female lead commentator for a Premier League match at We. Additionally, Meulensteen has provided commentary for World Cup matches and has received a prestigious Sports Journalism Association award for her outstanding work. With her extensive knowledge of the game and a commanding on-air presence, she will offer WSL viewers valuable insights.
Christiansen and Meulensteen will join the current on-screen We WSL team, which includes former England star Karen Carney and presenter Caroline Barker. In addition to their roles within the WSL, they will also be involved in We's football coverage, including the Premier League and EFL. Meulensteen expressed his privilege and excitement to work alongside the talented team of broadcasters at We, bringing the best coverage for an exciting season ahead in both men's and women's football.
Director of Football, Gary Hughes, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to welcome two highly skilled individuals to our already exceptional WSL team. Izzy, with her recent experience in the WSL, will provide valuable insights and relevance to our coverage, while Pien's proven ability to commentate on both men's and women's games is commendable.
With a thrilling title race that came down to the wire, last season's viewership of the Women's Super League saw a remarkable 53 percent increase, highlighting the growing popularity of the women's game. Fans of WSL can anticipate another season filled with exhilarating moments, as we bring 35 exclusively live games to viewers through We for the upcoming 2023/24 season.
All games will still be broadcast on Sky Showcase, accessible to all Sky subscribers, regardless of whether they have a We package. This will increase the competition's exposure.
We News, digital platforms, and social media channels will continue to provide comprehensive coverage of all the latest news and scores from various teams. Additionally, fans can stay informed about both on-field and off-field events through the revival of Three Players and a Podcast, hosted by Caroline Barker.
