[1] This season began with the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup in France from 7 June to 7 July 2019.

A total of twelve players are across the Channel with six different countries, making Chelsea the best-represented English club.

Blues defender Maria Thorisdottir and midfielder Maren Mjelde headed to the World Cup for Norway along with new signing Guro Reiten.

Sweden took Chelsea left back Jonna Andersson, versatile defender Magdalena Eriksson, and departing star goalkeeper Hedvig Lindahl.

Chelsea left back and New Zealand captain Ali Riley debuted for the Football Ferns in 2007 and played in her fourth World Cup.