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Chelsea go top of WSL with 1-0 win over Manchester City
Chelsea moved back to the top of the Women's Super League at Stamford Bridge, while City were reduced to 10 players in the second half.
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Chelsea return to the top of the Women's Super League after a 1-0 win over Manchester City at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. City, the reigning champions, were down to 10 players in the second half.
Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor was forced into early changes, taking off Kadeisha Buchanan after 12 minutes. ESPN reports that the substitutions looked risky at the time, and Bompastor later praised her side's character.
Daily Mail reports that the result lifts Chelsea above their rivals in the table. USWNT head coach Hayes was among those watching, according to ESPN.
Sources
This article is based on reports by:
- BBC Sport — Chelsea go top with 1-0 win against Man City
- Daily Mail — Sonia Bompastor's ruthless gamble pays off as Chelsea sink the reigning champions to reclaim top spot in WSL title race: Chelsea 1-0 Man City
- ESPN — Sonia Bompastor praises Chelsea's character after risky substitutions in Man City win
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