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WSL talking points: Chelsea punish Arsenal and Putellas finds her rhythm

The Guardian Monday 28 September 2026
WSL talking points: Chelsea punish Arsenal and Putellas finds her rhythm
The Gunners lacked cutting edge at Stamford Bridge while the former Barcelona star dominated against BrightonHow to solve the problem of an inability to take your chances? That is the question that will haunt the Arsenal head coach Renée Slegers over the coming days. In their 1-0 defeat by Chelsea, Arsenal applied more than enough pressure to make a difference but in registering only two of their 18 shots on target, a fundamental lack of ruthlessness remains. They dominated the opening stages at Stamford Bridge but, as has often been the case this season, they were made to pay for...

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Recent Women's Super League action saw Chelsea secure a narrow victory over Arsenal at Stamford Bridge, highlighting a significant disparity in clinical finishing between the two London rivals. Despite controlling early play and generating numerous scoring opportunities, the visiting side struggled to test the opposing goalkeeper, managing only a small fraction of their total attempts on target. This lack of precision allowed Chelsea to capitalize and secure the win. Elsewhere, Brighton faced a challenging encounter as a former Barcelona standout displayed influential form, adding further intrigue to the competitive landscape of the division as teams continue to battle for points.

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