Manchester City have extended their lead at the top of the Women’s Super League after Arsenal’s title ambitions hit a significant snag. The Gunners remain unbeaten in domestic competition since October 12, but their WSL unbeaten streak was snapped by Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, leaving them seven points adrift of the league leaders with just four games played.
Arsenal’s attack has struggled to find rhythm, managing only two goals in their opening four matches. Their last league goal came in the fifth minute of stoppage time during a 1-1 draw against Manchester United. Despite the setback, head coach Renee Slegers urged her squad to ignore the noise. “I believe in these players. The goals will come and the points will come as well,” Slegers stated, adding that the team must “earn the right again to talk about this” in the title race. Arsenal face a pivotal trip to Manchester City on October 4.
Meanwhile, Andrea Medina was the standout performer for Manchester United, delivering what commentator Gary Taphouse described as a “virtuoso display.” The Spaniard created four chances, took 11 touches in the opposition box, hit the crossbar, and scored the decisive second goal in United’s victory over West Ham at Leigh Sports Village. Named Player of the Match, Medina appears to be the key figure as Eva Olid’s side looks to build momentum following a difficult start to the campaign.
Liverpool also secured a crucial three points, ending a troubling run of form at Anfield. The Reds had lost eight of their previous nine games at the stadium, five of which came against Merseyside rivals Everton. A confident 2-0 victory was sealed by goals from Beata Olsson and Cornelia Kapocs. The win moves Liverpool ahead of Everton in the table and provides a confidence boost ahead of a busy schedule featuring a Women’s League Cup match against Birmingham and an away game at Manchester United.
Tottenham Hotspur emerged as serious contenders after a dominant 4-0 victory over Aston Villa. With 15 goals scored and only two conceded in their first four games, Spurs sit just two points off the pace set by Manchester City. However, their upcoming fixture list against London City Lionesses, Chelsea, and Arsenal will test whether they can sustain a title challenge.
In other action, Birmingham City showed promise in a 3-3 draw with Crystal Palace. Despite leading twice, the Blues were denied a win due to defensive errors, including a goalkeeper mistake and a slip that allowed Palace to score. Chancelle Effa Effa had a late chance to snatch victory, and the performance suggests Birmingham’s first WSL win could be imminent if they tighten their defense.
Birmingham had so many chances to win that draw. If they fix those defensive lapses, they could be serious contenders.
Can we talk about Tottenham? Fifteen goals in four games is insane. They’re definitely the dark horses this season.
I’m stunned Liverpool ended that Anfield curse. Losing eight of nine there is shocking, but a clean sheet against Everton feels huge.
Seven points behind with four games left? Arsenal’s title challenge is officially over unless City collapse completely.
Medina was absolutely electric for United. That second goal was pure class and she controlled the entire game.