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London City Lionesses Showcase Progress Despite Loss

Should the London City coach required an example of the progress his London City Lionesses have come in the past few weeks, Saturday's match against Chelsea provided exactly that. It ended in a two-goal loss to Chelsea, but London City performed admirably at Stamford Bridge and posed several questions for their opponents. London City controlled nearly half the ball – possibly more than expected – and managed the equal amount of shots on target (three), with a key attacker providing a significant danger with her forward runs. “Compared to earlier in the season when we played other top-four opposition, it was really good,” Prêcheur commented. “The encouraging aspect is that we are beginning to witness a team – that was the primary objective. We saw a team that defended and pushed forward together. We still need to improve.”

Liverpool Vow to Persevere

The Reds' manager, the team's boss, issued a motivational message to the squad as the search for their initial victory persists. Following another defeat, on this occasion 2-1 at the hands of Tottenham, he stated: “We must battle through it. The message is clear. We’re working so hard to turn this into a better situation but it requires some patience and a bit of support. Sadly, currently, we’re suffering setbacks, but we are determined to persevere.” Superficially, it was an balanced match at Brisbane Road – with similar possession, expected goals and scoring chances – but after taking an advantage, the visitors performed without any real bite as Spurs executed a recovery. It was another concerning example of the Reds’ tendency to fall away in games, certainly the priority for the coach to address if he is to turn their fortunes around.

Kirby and Seike Fill Agyemang Void

Brighton & Hove Albion proved they can manage without their on-loan striker Michelle Agyemang, despite suffering a defeat to Manchester United. The forward was declared unavailable for the season last week after sustaining a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament while representing for the national team. Existed some concern about the team's response, but the experienced forward and Kiko Seike proved they are fully equipped of making up the scoring output by scoring in the 3-2 defeat. “The team reacted quite well to begin,” the Seagulls' manager, Dario Vidosic, said. “We improved as the match progressed, we applied our pressing more effectively. Increasingly optimistic, again. We could have scored a couple more goals in the second half. Facing a strong defensive unit, to create the chances we managed in the match was encouraging, but we must become much better.”

Rehanne Skinner Takes Positives Following Defeat at Manchester City

Rehanne Skinner could take optimism from West Ham’s display against Manchester City, even with a 1-0 defeat. Although her team, at the foot on goal differential, have yet to earn a point, they took a positive approach and did not shy away from taking on City. A inefficiency in front of goal was the team's undoing at the City's home ground but it is only a question of time before they get a positive result. “We’re disappointed we’ve failed to gain anything from the game, and considering the playing time the players have had over the international break the attitude and determination from the players [was excellent], and the fortitude as well,” Skinner noted. “We’ve got to turn things around.”

The Toffees Escape Costly Mistakes with Gago Double

A stoppage-time leveller by Kelly Gago rescued Everton’s reputation as they shared the points in a high-scoring encounter at Villa Park. The attacker notched the first goal with her maiden strike of the campaign after a impressive Toffees start. Aston Villa equalised just before half-time. The second half was end-to-end, as both teams capitalized of the opponent's porous defence. An unlucky own goal by the defender tilted the momentum the home side's way, putting them 3-2 up, but the scorer arrived for Everton’s aid after the manager's side had failed to capitalise on multiple openings. Everton’s streak without a league victory now stands at six matches.

Duo’s Spark Aids Arsenal Rediscover Spark

Arsenal recorded their third straight victory in every tournament as the Swedish striker netted a brace and Alessia Russo contributed one more in a comprehensive win of Leicester. It was a another beginning of the campaign for Blackstenius, who assisted Russo to put the Gunners ahead, then, after a the defender own goal, ended her goal-scoring slump with a double of her personal tally. Arsenal have appeared far from title contenders but a dominant opening period by Russo and Blackstenius created chaos and unleashed the slick and bold style that fans expect given the team’s calibre. “There were fresh combinations in the lineup in this match as well, so that needs to click,” said head coach, the boss, “but I think it did exceptionally, particularly in the first half.”

Women's Super League League Table

Pos	Team	P	GD	Pts
1	Chelsea Women	7	11	19
2	Man City Women	7	10	18
3	Man Utd Women	7	14	17
4	Tottenham Hotspur Women	7	1	15
5	Arsenal Women	7	10	14
6	London City Lionesses	7	-9	9
7	Brighton & Hove Albion Women	7	0	7
8	Aston Villa Women	6	0	7
9	Everton Women	7	-4	5
10	Leicester Women	7	-8	5
11	Liverpool FC Women	6	-9	0
12	West Ham Women	7	-16	0