Women's Super League and Women's Championship seasons ended with immediate effect

The 2019/20 seasons in both the Women's Super League and Women's Championship have been curtailed with immediate effect following "overwhelming feedback" from clubs.

In a statement released by the FA, it was confirmed that financial pressures during the coronavirus pandemic have forced the move, with the decision now to be taken on the season's outcomes based on sporting merit.

Manchester City currently top the Super League table by one point from Chelsea, although the Blues have a game in hand. Liverpool sit bottom, a point behind Birmingham City having played a game more.

Aston Villa are top of the Championship, six points clear of Sheffield United, with Charlton bottom although possessing two games in hand.

The FA statement read:

"The FA Women’s Super League & Women’s Championship Board has today confirmed the decision to end the 2019/20 season for the Barclays FA Women’s Super League and the FA Women’s Championship, with immediate effect.

"Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the FA Women’s Super League & Women’s Championship Board has been in regular consultation with clubs and key stakeholders from across both leagues to identify the most suitable and appropriate way to conclude the 2019/20 season, and to give clubs and players the clarity and support they need at this time.

"Following overwhelming feedback from the clubs, the decision to bring an end to the 2019/20 season was made in the best interest of the women’s game.

"This will also enable clubs, the FA Women’s Super League & Women’s Championship Board and the FA to plan, prepare and focus on next season when football returns for the 2020/21 campaign.

"Supporting the welfare of the clubs and players will continue to be our primary concern throughout this process, which also involved a robust and thorough examination of the logistical, operational and financial challenges that the game currently faces.

"Following full and thorough consultation with the clubs, the FA Women’s Super League & Women’s Championship Board has discussed various recommendations which will be sent to the FA Board to determine the most appropriate sporting outcome for the 2019/20 season.

"This will include identifying the entries for the 2020/21 UEFA Women’s Champions League, which would be based on sporting merit from the 2019/20 Barclays FA Women’s Super League season."