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TL;DR
- The BBC has axed 'The Women's Football Show', its main BBC One highlights program for the Women's Super League.
- The decision comes just before the new season kicks off.
- Coverage will now prioritize the BBC's YouTube women's football channel.
- A new YouTube chat show hosted by Alex Scott is planned, adopting a podcast-style format.
- This change aligns with the BBC's strategy during the men's World Cup, favoring digital distribution.
- The BBC states its commitment to women's football remains strong, with plans to broadcast 25 live WSL matches and Champions League coverage.
- The cancellation is part of broader cost-cutting measures at BBC Sport, which has also seen the removal of 'Football Focus' and 'Ski Sunday'.
- Internal sources emphasize this is an evolution of delivery, not a reduced commitment.
- The decision has reportedly surprised some BBC Sport insiders.