WSL talking points: Liverpool finally get first win but are Chelsea out of title race?
The Guardian · 2026-03-02 · archive
With Chelsea stumbling at the hands of Arsenal at the top, bottom club Liverpool finally ended their long waitThe Arsenal head coach, Renée Slegers, was effusive in her praise of her players’ ability to make things happen when their backs are firmly against the wall. After a dominant 2-0 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge she was asked about the Gunners’ ability to defy the odds and win against a major rival despite several key squad members being absent through injury and suspension. “When the moment is there for this team, when it really, really, really has to happen, they...
The Story So Far
West Ham United’s competitors in the Women’s Super League saw significant movement in the table following recent results. Chelsea’s title prospects were impacted by a 2-0 loss to Arsenal at Stamford Bridge. Despite navigating various player absences due to injuries and suspensions, the visitors produced a resilient performance to claim all three points. This outcome creates further competition at the top of the division as the season continues. Meanwhile, Liverpool moved away from the bottom of the standings by securing their first victory of the campaign. These shifts in form across the league provide important context for the Hammers as they navigate their own top-flight schedule.
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