Crucial win over Liverpool lifts West Ham away from relegation danger
BBC Sport · 2026-04-26 · archive
A Cornelia Kapocs own goal is enough for West Ham to secure a 1-0 away win over Liverpool, as the East London side move seven points clear of the relegation play-off place in the WSL.
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West Ham United secured a vital three points in their quest for Women’s Super League safety with a narrow victory on the road against Liverpool. The decisive moment came courtesy of an own goal from Cornelia Kapocs, which proved to be the only scoring action of the match. This one-nil result provides a significant boost to the East London club's league position, as they now sit seven points ahead of the relegation play-off zone. By claiming this away win, the Hammers have created a substantial cushion between themselves and the bottom of the table, easing concerns regarding their league status.
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