Women's Super League The seventh round of the Women’s Super League confirmed the balance of power in the competition, Chelsea and Manchester City continue to win, Manchester United remain among the top contenders, and Arsenal are showing signs of returning to top form. At the bottom of the table, Liverpool and West Ham are still without a victory, which is starting to look worrying.
Manchester City W 1–0 West Ham United W
Goal: A. Fujino (26’)
Manchester City controlled the match from start to finish. A single goal from Fujino in the first half was enough to secure all three points. West Ham tried to defend but could not threaten the favourites. City remain just behind the leaders, while West Ham are still winless.
Chelsea W 2–0 London City Lionesses
Goals: E. Carpenter (6’), S. Kerr (90+4’)
Chelsea started the match with full focus, quickly taking the lead through Carpenter. The champions controlled the tempo, preventing the Lionesses from finding their rhythm. In stoppage time, Sam Kerr sealed the result, keeping Chelsea at the top of the table.
Leicester City W 1–4 Arsenal W
Goals: A. Russo (7’), S. Kees (own goal) (32’), S. Blackstenius (36’, 85’) – N. Mouchon (84’)
Arsenal displayed total attacking dominance. After just 36 minutes, they were 3–0 up and comfortably managed the game after the break. Leicester fought bravely and scored a consolation goal, but the difference in quality was clear. Blackstenius finished with two goals and an assist, the standout performer of the match.
Brighton W 2–3 Manchester United W
Goals: F. Kirby (68’), K. Seike (90+2’) – E. Terland (44’), J. Park (58’), L. Naalsund (89’)
Manchester United led 2–0 and looked set for an easy win, but Brighton fought back in the final minutes. Goals from Kirby and Seike made it tense, but Naalsund’s 89th-minute strike decided the game. United confirmed their strong form and remain among the league’s top sides.
Aston Villa W 3–3 Everton W
Goals: G. Mullett (45+7’), K. Hanson (59’), R. Mace (own goal) (74’) – K. Gago (11’, 90’), H. Kitagawa (70’)
A match full of twists and defensive errors. Villa twice took the lead, but Everton responded each time. Gago was the hero with two goals, including the late equaliser. A thrilling draw, but both sides will feel slightly disappointed.
Tottenham Hotspur W 2–1 Liverpool W
Goals: T. Koga (19’), B. England (52’) – B. Olsson (11’)
Liverpool started well, taking the lead through Olsson, but Tottenham quickly regained control. Koga equalised, and after the break, England’s goal secured the win for the hosts. Spurs strengthen their position near the top, while Liverpool remain pointless.
Takeaways from Matchday 7
- Chelsea stay top and look like the league’s most stable team.
- Manchester City keep the pressure on, winning comfortably and efficiently.
- Manchester United and Arsenal continue to show their title ambitions.
- Tottenham remain the closest challengers to the big four.
- At the bottom, Liverpool and West Ham’s situations are becoming increasingly desperate – both are still without a win after seven matches.
Conclusion
After seven rounds of the WSL 2025/26 season, the title race looks set to be thrilling. Chelsea remain the hardest team to break down, but Manchester City and Manchester United are right behind, ready to capitalise on any slip-up. Arsenal are regaining consistency, Tottenham are keeping pace, and the rest of the league are searching for ways to challenge the dominant top sides.
At the other end of the table, pressure is mounting, for Liverpool and West Ham, the coming weeks could be crucial in their fight to turn things around and stay in the competition. Matchday 7 confirmed once again: in this league, there’s no room for weakness, and every point could prove decisive in the final months of the season.
