West Ham United, Manchester City and Leicester City are set to compete in pre-season tournaments

Barclays Women’s Super League clubs West Ham United, Manchester City and Leicester City are set to fly to Australia in pre-season as they compete in the inaugural Perth International Football Cup.

Tournament organizers TEG Sport announced the news in a post on their official website.

It has been reported that the tournament will run from 28 August 2024 to 1 September 2024. Four teams will battle it out for the prizes, with French club Paris Saint-Germain listed as the other entry in the tournament. A venue for the tournament has not been confirmed by TEG Sport, however the games are likely to be played at Optus Stadium in Perth.

West Ham United, Manchester City and Leicester City have Australian players in their squads. West Ham United goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold is one of the most famous Matildas, while the club also has Katrina Gorry. Manchester City have two Matildas in Alanna Kennedy and Mary Fowler, while Courtney Nevin and Remy Siemsen make up Leicester City’s contingent.

The Barclays Women’s Super League has been a hotbed for Australian female players in recent years. With the exception of English players, there have been more representatives from Australia playing in the league this season than from any other nation.

Fans wishing to attend the inaugural Perth International Football Cup can register their interest by clicking here.