Charlton Women: How former powerhouse that challenged Arsenal and won the FA Cup is back in the WSL

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In the 90s and 00s, Charlton were a powerhouse in women's football. Regularly competing with Arsenal and in multiple cup finals, it has taken them 19 years to return to the top flight in England. The Addicks helped lay the foundations for the success we now see in the women's game in the UK - but like many teams, their fortunes have often been inextricably linked to the success of their male counterparts. It was the men's relegation to the Championship in 2007 that saw the women's team disbanded