WSL roundup: Everton end Chelsea’s record-breaking unbeaten run
The Guardian · 2026-03-02 · archive
Champions’ 1-0 loss first league reverse since May 2024Manchester United beat West Ham; Spurs see off VillaChelsea’s record-breaking unbeaten run in the Women’s Super League was brought to an end with a shock result asEvertonwon away against the defending champions, who had not lost any of the previous 34 league matches.Everton’s 1-0 victory inflicted Sonia Bompastor’s first defeat as a WSL manager after a remarkable 18 months in charge, and was Chelsea’s first loss in the league since going down4-3 at Liverpoolon 1 May 2024 when Emma Hayes was still at the helm.Continue reading...
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West Ham United suffered a defeat in their latest Women’s Super League fixture, falling to Manchester United during a weekend that reshaped the top of the standings. While the Hammers were unable to secure points against their opponents, the round was defined by a major upset elsewhere. Chelsea, the defending champions, saw their record-breaking thirty-four-match unbeaten streak ended by Everton. A single goal secured a narrow victory for the visitors, handing the league leaders their first loss since May 2024. This result also represented the first domestic defeat for Chelsea’s current manager, while Tottenham Hotspur recorded a win against Aston Villa.
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