WSL talking points: Chelsea’s historic run ended to give City breathing space
The Guardian · 2026-03-02 · archive
Manchester City show their resilience, Spurs eye the Champions League and Liverpool look to splash the cashHow much has Manchester City’s mentality evolved and strengthened? After they overcame a stubborn Leicester City side3-0 on Sundayto claim a ninth straight win, it would appear the answer to that question is “significantly” compared to recent seasons, as they demonstrated a unity and a composure that has perhaps evaded many title hopefuls of old. December last year brought moments when Manchester City’s campaign began to unravel, through a combination of injuries and surprise defeats. On Sunday they looked like potential champions in the...
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The Women's Super League title race has shifted following the conclusion of Chelsea’s historic winning streak. Manchester City capitalised on this change, securing their ninth consecutive victory with a three-goal win over Leicester City. This performance demonstrated a newfound resilience and composure within the City squad compared to previous seasons. Elsewhere in the division, Tottenham Hotspur are pursuing a Champions League qualification place, while Liverpool look to increase their transfer spending. For West Ham United followers, these movements at the top of the table illustrate the intensifying competition across the league as the current domestic season enters its final stages.
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