Several official supporters' clubs have hit out at a proposed new format for the Women's FA Cup, stating the changes will ruin the "magic" of the competition and mean the "rich will only get richer".
The Football Association has suggested a 'road-to-Wembley bracket', which would map out a team's route from the last 32 onwards.
There would also be an introduction of seeds in the draw, with four spots awarded to the top four teams from the previous Women's Super League season.
The FA and WSL Football – the company overseeing England's top two teams – have made proposals in the past that have not come to fruition.
They are keen to remain inventive and look at all options to grow the game on the pitch, as well as commercially.
According to BBC Sport sources, the Women's FA Cup proposals were brought to the attention of clubs after the FA claimed it had gathered data from fan surveys which had called for change.
It was presented for feedback and consultation and it is unclear if it will go any further, but there has already been a widespread backlash.
Sources at several WSL clubs have told BBC Sport they are worried about what these proposed changes could do to the "sporting integrity" of the competition.
They feel it gives elite clubs more advantage despite their stranglehold on the competition, with the last 13 winners being one of the existing top-four sides.
Others feel change is unnecessary, having just made adaptations to the Women's League Cup format in order to make it more competitive.
While many feel it will not progress beyond initial consultation, there remains concern among WSL clubs.
