WSL Week 5 Round-Up: Late drama, big away wins, and heavyweight clashes defined Gameweek 5. Here’s the full story from another compelling weekend in the Women’s Super League.
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Manchester United 1–1 Chelsea — Points Shared at Leigh
Chelsea struck early through Wieke Kaptein after neat build-up from Catarina Macario, but United levelled on 20 minutes as Anna Sandberg finished from Ella Toone’s assist. The second half saw half-chances and tactical tweaks but no breakthrough — both sides settled for a hard-fought draw.
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Manchester City 3–2 Arsenal — Beney’s Late Winner Seals Thriller
City edged a pulsating clash at the Academy Stadium. Khadija Shaw and Kerstin Casparij had City ahead either side of Mariona Caldentey’s equaliser, before Cloé Kelly levelled late for Arsenal. The final word belonged to young striker Ila Beney, who struck an 88th-minute winner to send the home crowd wild.
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London City Lionesses 1–0 Liverpool — Linari’s Late Penalty Sparks Joy
London City Lionesses earned a priceless three points at Hayes Lane as Elena Linari calmly dispatched an 89th-minute penalty. Liverpool had pressed for long spells but were undone late, giving the newcomers a huge morale boost.
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Tottenham 1–0 Brighton — Tandberg Delivers Again
Spurs edged a tight battle at Brisbane Road thanks to Cathinka Tandberg’s 26th-minute strike from Jessica Naz’s assist. Brighton had territory after the break but could not crack Tottenham’s defensive shape.
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Leicester 1–1 Everton — Points Shared at the King Power
Everton took the lead through Ornella Vignola on 51 minutes, but Leicester hit back late via Naomie Mouchon, assisted by Sam Tierney. Both sides had chances in a lively second half but settled for a point apiece.
West Ham 0–2 Aston Villa — Hanson & Wilms Seal Away Win
Villa claimed a solid away victory at Chigwell. Kirsty Hanson broke the deadlock just after the hour, set up by Laura Wilms, before Wilms herself added the second seven minutes later. West Ham couldn’t find a response despite late pressure.
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Players of the Week
- Ila Beney (Man City): Ice-cool late winner in a five-goal thriller.
- Elena Linari (LCL): Penalty under huge pressure for a landmark victory.
- Cathinka Tandberg (Spurs): Match-winner again, proving decisive up front.
- Naomie Mouchon (Leicester): Late equaliser to salvage a point.
- Kirsty Hanson (Villa): Goal + assist combo in Villa’s away win.
What’s Next
Keep up with every fixture, preview, and report via our WSL hub as Gameweek 6 promises more drama, goals, and twists in the standings.