Women’s Fans Forum Minutes
CHELSEA FOOTBALL CLUB WOMEN FORUM
2025-26, 2nd MEETING MINUTES
Meeting held in the Vialli Suite at Stamford Bridge at 6.00pm on Monday 2nd February 2026
Attendees Club title/ group represented
Beecroft-Bates, Chester Chelsea Women Supporters Group
Bromfield, Gillian Chelsea Supporters Trust
Brown, Tracy Fan Advisory Board
Clarkson, Megan Club, Senior Supporter Services Manager
Cornall, Michael Club, Head of Supporter Relations
Greenfield, Michelle Chelsea Supporters Group
Haridasan, Arun Club Head of Retail Operations
Hayyez, Nick 65 or over
Jones, Emily Club, Matchday Revenue & Growth Strategy Lead
Keylock, Julie LGBTQI+
Kingsman, Simon Kingsmeadow Supporters Group
Mandhar, Aki Club, Chelsea Women Chief Executive Officer
Metzger, Cashel Ethnically and culturally diverse
Murray, Alan Chelsea Supporters Club
Quinlan, Jacqueline Away ticket
Rattigan, Linda Chelsea Pride
Regan, Andy Forum Chair
Shahrestani, Nadia Club, Business Operations Director
Sokeyo, Naomi Family
Stephens, Ed Club, Chelsea Women Marketing Lead
Travers, Hannah Club, Disability Access Officer
Venkatakrishnan, Prashant Club, Chelsea Women Chief of Staff
West, Darren Club Chelsea
Wittich, Margaret Access
Wyre, Tatika CDSA
Apologies for absence
Andrews, Faye Kingsmeadow season ticket (“ST”) holder
Curteis, Sam Club, Supporter Liaison Officer
Formosa, Lawrence Overseas
Knox, Saffra Female
MacKay, Holly 16–21-year-old
Mazzia, Guilia Club, Commercial Director (Women’s)
Rodrigues, Stan WSL Stamford Bridge package
Minutes of the meeting
To open the meeting, Aki Mandhar acknowledged a difficult period of results but stated the women’s team have a strong squad and are well-placed to succeed with the support of the club’s loyal fanbase.
She also commented that the club will continue to look to maximise attendances, with families being a particular growth area.
There were no changes to the minutes of the previous meeting, with the club confirming that the women’s goal of the season award is in place and will continue to ensure senior ticket availability in the East Stand. It also confirmed Ticket Office response times are a continual focus for the department, with the adaptation to the new system.
Forum representatives were reminded to contact the club at the time with individual queries or concerns that can be quickly resolved, rather than waiting for the next forum.
The club will ensure the process for refunds for away match tickets in the event of a coach cancellation is clearly communicated at the point of sale.
Representatives commented that the selling structure of the Subway League Cup final could lead to opposition fans purchasing in Chelsea areas; however, the club confirmed that the final is on general sale, and although the clubs have a dedicated allocation, most tickets are sold directly by the league and host venue. The stadium is unsegregated, but the club believes the risk of opposition supporters purchasing tickets within the Chelsea section is low due to the availability of tickets.
The club confirmed it is exploring the loyalty points system and will continue to consult with stakeholders. Representatives commented that a loyalty point system across the men’s and women’s teams may need further clarification. The club reaffirmed its commitment to growing the women’s game sustainably and always reviewing how it can recognise loyalty.
The club confirmed that disabled supporters can contact the access team to discuss their options should they no longer be able to attend a match. Communications around ticketing are under review.
It also believes cup match tickets are priced appropriately and are benchmarked against competitors.
It was discussed that the Arsenal home match presented more reports of away fans in home areas. The club confirmed that supporters can be removed from the stadium if they are in breach of ground regulations; however, away fan segregation does not apply in the WSL.
Catering standards at Stamford Bridge were raised, with the club saying it continues to review options and pre-ordering functions.
A representative noted some recent fixture clashes with the men’s team. The club said it will continue to work to minimise clashes, where possible.
Other issues covered included digital programme availability for women’s fixtures which will be explored for next season, and the megastore printing the latest sponsors for supporters. The club confirmed that sponsor printing remains available.
The request for a forum place for Blue Flag 92 will be actioned for the 2026-27 season.
The meeting closed at 7.15pm.
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