The Women's FA Cup, English women's football's most prestigious cup tournament, has a rich history stretching back to 1970. The tournament was founded by the Women's Football Association (WFA), and the first final was played in 1971, with Southampton reversing victory against Stewarton Thistle. This marked the beginning of a new era for women's football in England.

In the early years, Southampton Women's FC dominated the competition, and in the 1980s and 1990s, Doncaster Belles and Arsenal Women's FC became leading forces in the tournament. Arsenal are particularly notable, with numerous titles and a string of dominant performances cementing their status as one of the most successful clubs in the competition's history.

The Women's FA Cup has grown significantly in importance and popularity, in parallel with the increasing visibility and professionalization of women's football. In 2015, a milestone was reached when the final was played at Wembley Stadium for the first time, with Chelsea beating Notts County in front of a record crowd.

The tournament has also played an important role in promoting women's football in England and inspired many young players. Every year, hundreds of teams from different levels of the English football system participate, giving smaller clubs the opportunity to face bigger and more established teams.

The Women's FA Cup has not only provided exciting matches and unforgettable moments, but has also been an important platform to push forward gender equality in football. With continued growth and increasing interest, the future looks bright for this historic tournament.