Chelsea Women, reigning champions of the Women’s Super League, began their title defense with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Aston Villa. New coach Sonia Bompastor secured her first league win with the Blues, thanks to a stunning goal from Johanna Rytting Kaneryd.
The Women’s Super League (WSL) is set for another thrilling season with new managers, star signings, and a fierce battle for the title. Chelsea, despite losing Emma Hayes, aims for a sixth consecutive crown under new manager Sonia Bompastor. Manchester City, with the addition of Vivianne Miedema, is ready to challenge for their first-ever WSL title. Meanwhile, the Championship sees London City Lionesses assembled a formidable squad with international stars, aiming for promotion to the top flight.
Chelsea forward Sam Kerr has assured fans that she will not rush her recovery from a second ACL injury, prioritizing her long-term future in the sport. The Australian star, who suffered the injury in January, is determined to fully recover and return to the pitch when she feels fully prepared, emphasizing that she wants to play for many years to come.
England’s star goalkeeper, Mary Earps, is leaving Manchester United after five successful years, citing a need for a new challenge and a change in direction for the club. Earps, who holds multiple WSL records, including most clean sheets, has been linked with a move to Paris St Germain.
Tottenham Hotspur Ladies will face Brighton & Hove Albion Women in the Women’s Super League on Sunday, seeking to extend their unbeaten streak to six games across all competitions. Tottenham, currently in sixth place, will attempt to replicate their 3-1 victory over Brighton in the reverse fixture. Brighton, on the other hand, aims to break their four-match losing streak against Tottenham and climb from their eighth-place position.
Arsenal Women will face Everton Ladies on Sunday in the Women’s Super League, aiming to secure their fourth consecutive victory. Everton, having recently triumphed over Brighton & Hove Albion, seek a second straight win and a strong finish to the season. Despite Arsenal’s dominant historical record in the matchup, Everton is determined to showcase their capabilities.
With Khadija ‘Bunny’ Shaw potentially facing a lengthy absence due to injury, Chloe Kelly is set to take center stage for Manchester City. The 26-year-old England international has proven her worth with impressive performances for both club and country, including scoring the winning goal in the 2022 European Championship final. Despite her talent and accolades, Kelly has faced recent challenges at City, finding herself on the bench due to the team’s depth and tactical decisions. However, with Shaw’s injury, Kelly has the opportunity to step up and showcase her abilities once again. City will need her at her best to maintain their title aspirations, and if she can seize this opportunity, she could cement her status as a key player for the Blues.
