She made it into the starting lineup as a replacement for the injured Leah Williamson. However, 19-year-old Katie Reid charmed the Gooners, who voted her Player of the Month.
Ellen Wångerheim produced a dazzling performance for Hammarby, scoring a lightning-fast hat-trick in just 11 minutes during the first half of their 4:1 victory. The 21-year-old forward completely tore apart the opposition defence with her pace and precision, finding the net three times before the break and sending Hammarby fans into celebration. The result strengthens Hammarby’s push at the top of Damallsvenskan, with Wångerheim’s clinical display marking one of the standout performances of the season.
Chelsea makes no secret of its great desire to win the Champions League title. However, the start of the competition did not go as well as they would have liked.
Arsenal, defending champions of the Champions League, did not get off to a successful start in the new season. They lost 1-2 at home to OL Lyoness.
The new UEFA Women’s Champions League season kicks off on October 7. This year brings plenty of changes — including a brand-new format. Fans will be able to watch all the action on Disney+.
In torrential conditions at Leigh Sports Village, Manchester United held champions Chelsea to a thrilling 1–1 draw, ending the Blues’ 100% start to the WSL season. Wieke Kaptein had put Chelsea ahead early, but Anna Sandberg levelled with a superb volley to earn United just their second ever league point against the title holders. Despite late pressure and the introduction of Sam Kerr, Chelsea couldn’t find a winner, leaving both teams unbeaten ahead of their midweek Champions League fixtures.
Sad news for Arsenal fans. According to coach Renée Slegers, Leah Williamson won’t return to the pitch before Christmas.
Former Arsenal player Alex Scott, who scored the winning goal in 2007, spoke with Czech journalist Kristina Němcová about the start of the Champions League, her dreams, and the growth of women’s football.