Pattinson signs new deal with London City Lionesses

Pattinson signs new deal with London City Lionesses Image source, London City LionessesImage caption, Pattinson has represented England at U17, U19, U21 and U23 levelBySally FreedmanBBC Sport senior journalistPublished1 minute agoEngland defender Poppy Pattinson has extended her contract with London City Lionesses until summer 2029.The full-back made her England senior debut in March 2026 when she was part of the squad for the 2027 Women's World Cup qualification matches against Ukraine and Iceland.However, due to injury, Pattison missed much of last season."Last season was a bit of a rollercoaster on a personal level," said Pattison."It started off with an injury which was a new challenge. I came back and then earned an international call-up off the back of that. "I'll always be grateful and never forget that debut came while I was at this club."The 26-year-old has previously played for WSL clubs Manchester City, Everton and Brighton. "I'm really pleased to sign a new contract at this club," she added."As a player you want to feel you are at a club where you can still learn and grow. I think I have a lot left in me to do just that."I think the squad has huge potential and I'm excited to be a part of that."Ben Haines, Ellen White and Jen Beattie are back for another season of the Women's Football Weekly podcast. New episodes drop every Tuesday on BBC Sounds, plus find interviews and extra content from the Women's Super League and beyond on the Women's Football Weekly feedRelated topicsWomen's FootballFootballWomen's Super LeagueMore on this storyGet the latest WSL news on our dedicated page