Chelsea Defeat Manchester United to Extend Perfect WSL Start
Guro Reiten's penalty secures Chelsea's eighth consecutive league win, widening their lead at the top of the Women's Super League standings.
- Chelsea's 1-0 victory over Manchester United at Kingsmeadow was decided by a 17th-minute penalty from Guro Reiten after Mayra Ramirez was fouled by United goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce.
- The win marks Chelsea's eighth straight victory in the Women's Super League this season, keeping them unbeaten and five points clear of second-placed Manchester City.
- Manchester United, previously unbeaten, fell to their first loss of the season and now sit in fifth place, behind Arsenal on goal difference.
- Chelsea dominated the match with 69% possession and numerous chances, while United managed only one shot on target, with Melvine Malard hitting the woodwork in stoppage time.
- Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor praised the team's results but emphasized the need for continued improvement, as the Blues aim to maintain their dominance across multiple competitions.