Yesterday marked the much-anticipated rescheduled clash between Chelsea and Manchester United from Round 3 of the Women’s Super League. United had shown promise early in the season, but recent performances have exposed their struggles. The midfield has lacked cohesion, and the forward line has been largely toothless, failing to generate meaningful attacking threat.

In contrast, Chelsea have been in unstoppable form, dominating the league with a perfect record. Heading into the match, the Blues were aiming for their eighth consecutive victory to maintain momentum and carry their unbeaten streak into the international break.

The Blues controlled the match, showcasing their attacking dominance against a United side that struggled to find their footing. Despite creating numerous chances, Chelsea could only capitalize on one, while the visitors were fortunate to limit the damage to a single goal. The decisive moment came in the 17th minute when Guro Reiten coolly converted a penalty after Mayra Ramirez was fouled by United goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce. United’s lack of firepower was evident, managing just one shot on target throughout the game. However, they came agonizingly close to a dramatic equalizer in stoppage time when Melvine Malard’s strike thundered against the woodwork.

This loss marks a frustrating first setback of the season for Manchester United, dropping them to fifth place in the league standings. Chelsea’s victory not only highlights their consistency but also gives them a commanding five-point lead over their nearest challengers, further cementing their position as title favorites.