Founded in 1971, Millwall Lionesses were said to be the first English women's team to affiliate with a men's club in the 1980s, and have won two Women's FA CupsThe newly named London City Lionesses will take over from Millwall Lionesses and continue to play in the Women's Championship for the 2019-20 season. Millwall, who finished bottom last term, ended their affiliation with the men's Millwall team last season. "The team will continue to participate in the FA Women's Championship." "The FA Women's Championship is the country's second highest division and we're honoured to be part of it at such an exciting time for women's football." Through more live women's sport available to watch across the BBC this summer, complemented by our journalism, we are aiming to turn up the volume on women's sport and alter perceptions.

Source: BBC June 29, 2019 10:52 UTC