REVEALED: Here’s how the fantasy WSL contributes in educating supporters concerning the women’s game

A Women’s Super League fantasy football game that has garnered tens of thousands of users is aspiring to contribute significantly to the education of football enthusiasts regarding the women’s game.

When Fantasy WSL was introduced last year, more than 32,000 individuals registered for the game. This year, the game has undergone a significant overhaul. It comprises novel features, such as a fresh design, power-ups, and gameplay elements that are intended to enhance fan engagement.

To be more precise, users can capitalise on the new “verified leagues” feature, which allows creators to manage their own mini-leagues within the game and share their own women’s football content with their followers. Additionally, updated player profiles are accessible, in some cases including pronunciation guides, which provide a more comprehensive comprehension of the careers and accomplishments of individual athletes.

A ‘buy shirt’ icon is also included in each player profile, which enables users to purchase the shirt of their preferred player directly through the game. The game is making a significant contribution to the education of football enthusiasts on the women’s game by providing them with the most recent information on the league’s current clubs and players.

According to a recent survey, the introduction of Fantasy WSL resulted in 80% of users feeling more informed about individual players in the WSL after participating, and 77% of users confirmed that they would be more inclined to watch teams on TV in addition to the one they support.

The co-founder and chief technology officer of Even Sports, Jimmy Thompson, the owner of Fantasy WSL, stated, “We acknowledge the importance of fantasy football in educating users about the WSL. Our primary objective is to guarantee that the technology we employ is consistent with this.”

“That is why our in-game formulas accurately mirror the way women play football, rather than using generic fantasy football approaches that have traditionally catered to the men’s game.”

Teams will not be closed until the WSL returns on September 21, despite the fact that the game is currently accessible to users.