Derby win could spark Arsenal’s season
The penalty that swung Arsenal from a deficit to the lead seemed touched by luck, the ball ricocheting off Ella Morris’s outstretched arm during a clearance. Russo, the scorer, admitted the win was vital for north London bragging rights after a barren start. Seven games in, the Gunners finally notch their second league victory, but the first‑half display was sloppy and lacked bite. Sharper passing and the grit shown late will be essential if they hope to climb out of a disappointing opening.
Match report: Tottenham 1-2 Arsenal
Godfrey emerging as a future star
United show progress under Olid
United’s showing in Sunday’s derby was a stark contrast to the 5‑0 home loss to Chelsea six weeks earlier. Facing Manchester City, they held their own against the champions, and Olid’s side looks markedly improved on and off the ball. The coach said the heavy defeat early in her tenure forced the squad to confront its flaws and grow stronger.
Match report: Manchester United 1-1 Manchester City
Birmingham secure first WSL win back
Birmingham celebrated their first WSL win, edging Charlton 1‑0 after a strong showing at the Emirates. Amy Merricks praised the 68th‑minute winner from Wilma Leidhammar, noting the team still needs to tighten up a hesitant midfield despite creating twenty chances.
Depth proves decisive as Chelsea rally
Chelsea dominated early against Crystal Palace, crafting twelve chances to the visitors’ four and flooding the box with twenty touches. Yet they trailed until halftime substitutions – Erin Cuthbert and Sandy Baltimore – turned the tide. Baltimore’s assist set up Malard’s goal, and she later converted a penalty to seal three points, highlighting the depth gap between champions and newcomers.
Sørensen makes a statement against former club
Brian Sørensen’s Aston Villa edged Everton 3‑2, his first clash with the Merseyside side since leaving Goodison Park. Goals from Noelle Maritz and Amalie Vangsgaard gave a 3‑0 lead, but late strikes from Holly McNamara and Noémie Mouchon kept it tense. The win lifts Villa to eighth and marks back‑to‑back victories for the first time since 2024‑25.
Symonds’ stunner fuels Brighton victory – For my money, Brighton’s display was the most complete of the campaign. Will they keep this momentum into the next fixtures?
Maisie Symonds unleashed a spectacular long‑range strike to open the scoring for Brighton in the 29th minute, eventually sealing a 3‑0 triumph over West Ham. Fran Kirby added a second before Kiko Seike completed the rout. Coach Arturo Ruiz hailed it as the team’s most complete performance, while Symonds said Brighton seized control after halftime.