Tim Grainey, women's football expert
Womens football expert
With more than 15 years of experience covering women's football, Tim Grainey is among the most respected voices in the global game. Having reported on women's football around the world throughout a period of unprecedented growth, he has developed a reputation for insightful analysis and deep knowledge of the sport at every level. Tim is the author of 'Beyond Bend It Like Beckham' and regularly provides expert coverage of international tournaments, domestic leagues and the key issues shaping the future of women's football. His work for Football Presse offers readers informed and authoritative reporting from one of the sport's leading specialists.
Articles by Tim Grainey, women's football expert
âThe Week in Women's Football: Liga MX Femenil 2025-26 Clausura Regular Season and Playoff Review
Liga MX Femenil continued its remarkable rise during the 2025-26 Clausura campaign, with Club América reclaiming the championship.
28 June 2026
âThe Week in Women's Football: Denmark, France, Germany and Spain book Brazil 2027 places as UEFA playoffs take shape
The race to reach the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup in Brazil moved significantly closer to completion during the June international window.
20 June 2026
âSpecial Feature: TĂŒrkiye bring World Cup buzz to Arizona
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup underway, Arizona unexpectedly found itself playing a role in the tournament despite choosing not to bid for hosting rights nearly a decade ago.
14 June 2026
âThe Week in Women's Football: USL Super League review - Lexington dream season and new era planned
The second season of the USL Gainbridge Super League ended with Lexington SC completing a remarkable worst-to-first turnaround.
14 June 2026
âThe Week in Women's Football: Lena Silano exclusive, Spokane Zephyr close down, USL review
The second season of the USL Gainbridge Super League delivered one of the most compelling stories in North American women's football.
7 June 2026
âThe Week in Women's Football: Club Finals in Asia, CONCACAF and UEFA; Ninja A-League Women Playoffs
This week, we look at the semifinals and finals of the 2025-26 AFC Womenâs Champions League and the 2025-26 CONCACAF W Champions Cup.
30 May 2026
âThe Week in Women's Football: Speaking with Seattle Reign's Holly Ward and U-17 Asian Cup Review
This week, we interview Canadian international forward Holly Ward, who scored the championship-winning goal for Vancouver Rise FC in the inaugural 2025 Northern Super League title match before signing with Seattle Reign FC of the NWSL this March.
22 May 2026