2026 news
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Dominant Lightning emphatically win away to advance in the FA Cup
Loughborough Lightning firmly secured their spot in the draw for the second round proper of the FA Cup after netting 5 goals on the road against Nottingham Trent.
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Lightning’s fightback falls short as Feds claim victory
Loughborough Lightning lost to Liverpool Feds WFC at home on Sunday afternoon, where an early Feds double proved too much of a deficit for Lightning to overturn despite a spirited second-half performance.
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In-form Baggies overpower Lightning to overturn their first-half lead
It was a fierce fixture in matchweek 7 for Loughborough Lightning as they travelled to the Alexander Stadium to take on a West Bromwich Albion Side on an 8-game winning streak.
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Late charge from Lightning not enough against Norwich City
Loughborough Lightning faced a tough home battle against Norwich City on Sunday, ultimately losing 3-2 despite an inspired second-half performance.
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Mutch double secures away victory for Lightning
Loughborough Lightning made it back-to-back league wins with an impressive 3-2 victory away at Peterborough United on Sunday afternoon.
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Chad’s hat-trick inspires Lightning win
Loughborough Lightning followed up their opening league victory against Stoke City with an emphatic 8-0 win over Sheffield FC in the FA Women’s National League Cup.
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Ella West joins Lightning
Loughborough Lightning have secured the services of Sunderland centre-back Ella West, who joins the club on a season-long loan from the WSL 2 side.
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Lightning topple league leaders Stoke City
Loughborough Lightning secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over early FA Women’s National League Premier North leaders Stoke City, with Evie Williams’ second-half strike securing all three points.
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Lightning’s frustrating start continues with Huddersfield defeat
Loughborough Lightning’s frustrating start to the FA Women’s National League Northern Premier continued as they suffered a 5-1 defeat away to Huddersfield Town at the ACCU Stadium.
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Lightning travel to Huddersfield for first away test
Loughborough Lightning head into their first away fixture of the season this Sunday as they travel north to face Huddersfield Town.
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Lightning strengthen squad ahead of 2026/27 season
Loughborough Lightning are delighted to confirm the arrival of several new players ahead of the 2026/27 season.
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Lightning announce pathway players for 2026/27 season
Loughborough Lightning are delighted to announce the latest players to make the step into the Lightning first-team set-up ahead of the 2026/27 season.
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Lightning begin pre-season campaign at Luton Town
Loughborough Lightning begin their pre-season campaign with a trip to FA Women's National League Division One South East side Luton Town.
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Lightning fixtures confirmed for 2026/27 FAWNL Northern Premier Division campaign
Lightning’s fixtures for the 2026/27 FA Women’s National League (FAWNL) Northern Premier Division season have been confirmed, with the campaign set to get underway at Loughborough University Stadium on Sunday 16 August.
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Alice Higginbottom departs Lightning
Loughborough Lightning can confirm the departure of Alice Higginbottom (Legacy Number 88) from the club as she looks to pursue further opportunities.
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Lightning secure permanent signing of Denver Thompson
Loughborough Lightning are pleased to announce the signing of forward Denver Thompson ahead of the 2026/27 season, following her departure from Birmingham City.
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Loughborough Lightning to join new FA Women's National League U21 competition for 2026/27
Loughborough Lightning are delighted to confirm their place in the new FA Women's National League U21 competition ahead of the 2026/27 season.
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Lightning Early Bird Season Tickets on sale now
Support Loughborough Lightning throughout the 2026/27 FA Women's National League Premier Division North season, with Early Bird Season Tickets now available.
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Loughborough Lightning confirm retained squad and departures ahead of 2026/27 FAWNL campaign
Loughborough Lightning can confirm their retained and departing players ahead of the 2026/27 FA Women’s National League Northern Premier Division season.
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Lightning seal Tier 3 survival in style with stunning 6-0 final-day win
Loughborough Lightning produced the performance of their season when it mattered most, storming to an outstanding 6-0 win over Sporting Khalsa on the final day of the season to secure Tier 3 football for another year.
