Manchester City will enter the competition this term looking to win the trophy for the fifth time following triumphs in 2014, 2016, 2018/19 and 2019/20.
Following last term’s second place finish in the Barclays Women’s Super League, and subsequent participation in the Champions League second qualifying round, we won’t initially be drawn into the group stage, however.
If we are to progress into the group stages of the European competition – we will enter the Women’s League Cup at the quarter-final stage.
But, if we fail to advance in the Champions League – we will be drawn into Group A or Group B of the League Cup at a later date.
Meanwhile, the initial group stage draw will take place on Monday 19 August at 15:30 (UK) on talkSPORT2’s Social Show and will be conducted by ex-England international Lianne Sanderson.
The dates for the Women’s League Cup are as follows – but please note they are subject to change.
GROUP STAGES
· 2/3 October 2024
· 16/17 October 2024
· 13/14 November 2024 (Only required if either Arsenal or City enter the Group Stage)
· 23/24 November 2024
· 11/12 December 2024
KNOCKOUT STAGES
· Quarter-Finals: 22/23 January 2025
· Semi-Finals: 5/6 February 2025
· Final: 15/16 March 2025
