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SCRAPPING the League Cup is one option being considered as part of a wider review of the women’s game, the PA news agency reported today.

Numerous routes are understood to be under consideration as part of the review, which is looking at potential league expansion and competition structures.

The Guardian had been first to report on Wednesday that one option being looked at is the removal of the League Cup.

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