Leicester City Women's five-year stay in the Women's Super League is over, confirmed by a penalty shootout defeat against Charlton in Saturday's playoff. The club's bleak season has ended in relegation, with the women's team dropping to the second tier. With just two wins from their 22 matches and a -41 goal difference, Leicester City were confirmed as the worst team in the WSL on 1 May. They knew they had one more lifeline - a first-ever play-off tie to decide the final club in the WSL, joining promoted Birmingham City and Crystal Palace, as it expands from 12 to 14 teams next season. But the fear of relegation had weighed heavily on their shoulders for several weeks and they travelled to Charlton, a club buoyed by a season of defying the odds. Charlton goalkeeper Sophie Whitehouse proved to be the difference with key saves and a stunning performance in the shootout. Leicester boss Rick Passmoor said the club needs to review and potentially reset, with a full review of the club's vision, strategy, and leadership teams. The relegation brings uncertainty, with the player budget likely to decrease and wages alongside that, making contract renewal discussions tougher. Players are unsure of their futures, while Leicester may struggle to keep hold of their best talents. Captain Sam Tierney told BBC Radio Leicester that the club had not met expectations and a full review would be needed. The club's problems began before the season had even started, with many tipping them to finish bottom in the WSL due to a lack of squad depth. The January window was a crucial one to try to rebuild the squad, but it was not enough to bridge the gap. There are already questions as to whether the women's team will continue playing at King Power Stadium in the WSL 2. Following the men's relegation to League One, there is even further financial strain on the club. The women's team will now receive much less in broadcast revenue than they did competing in the top flight. Leicester City Women's relegation has left the club's future uncertain, with a lot of work to be done to rebuild and regain their place in the Women's Super League.