Following Carla Ward's departure at the end of the previous season,[1] Aston Villa appointed Robert de Pauw as their new manager on 29 June 2024.

[3] On 11 December 2024, it was announced that de Pauw had left the club with immediate effect after 11 games in charge.

She last coached Real Sociedad, ending her four-year managerial tenure at the conclusion of the previous season.

[6] Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

Source: WSL As a member of the first tier, Aston Villa entered the FA Cup in the fourth round proper.