WSL talking points: Shaw hits century for City as Williamson returns
The Guardian · 2026-03-02 · archive
Khadija Shaw becomes first woman to score 100 goals for City while United battle back to draw against SpursLeah Williamson returned to competitive action for the first time in 139 days on Saturday as she made a return from a knee injury late in Arsenal’s 3-1 victory against Everton. The England captain was brought on to replace Steph Catley as an 82nd-minute substitute at Goodison Park, drawing a roaring reception from the 1,200 travelling supporters. It was the 28-year-old’s first match since July’s Euros final against Spain in Basel. Arsenal are managing Williamson’s return carefully but she could feature again...
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West Ham United supporters following the Women's Super League observed major developments across the division this weekend. Manchester City forward Khadija Shaw reached a historic landmark, becoming the first woman to score one hundred goals for her club. In other fixtures, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur shared the points in a draw, while Arsenal secured a victory over Everton. That match was notable for the return of Leah Williamson following a lengthy knee injury. Coming on as a late substitute, the defender made her first appearance since a major international final last summer. Her club is now overseeing a cautious return to play as she resumes competitive action.
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