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Chelsea Women One Point Away From Sixth Straight WSL Title After Arsenal's Stunning Loss

Aston Villa's 5-2 victory over Arsenal leaves Chelsea needing only a draw against Manchester United to secure the championship and extend their unbeaten run to a full year.

Soccer Football - Women's Super League - Aston Villa v Arsenal - Villa Park, Birmingham, Britain - April 30, 2025 Aston Villa's Jordan Nobbs in action with Arsenal's Victoria Pelova Action Images via Reuters/Matthew Childs
Soccer Football - Women's Super League - Aston Villa v Arsenal - Villa Park, Birmingham, Britain - April 30, 2025 Aston Villa's Kirsty Hanson scores their second goal past Arsenal's Manuela Zinsberger Action Images via Reuters/Matthew Childs
Soccer Football - Women's Super League - Aston Villa v Arsenal - Villa Park, Birmingham, Britain - April 30, 2025 Aston Villa's Maz Pacheco in action with Arsenal's Kyra Cooney-Cross Action Images via Reuters/Matthew Childs
Soccer Football - Women's Super League - Aston Villa v Arsenal - Villa Park, Birmingham, Britain - April 30, 2025 Arsenal's Stina Blackstenius in action with Aston Villa's Miriael Taylor Action Images via Reuters/Matthew Childs

Overview

  • Aston Villa Women delivered a shocking 5-2 win over Arsenal, with Chasity Grant scoring twice, effectively ending Arsenal's title hopes.
  • The defeat leaves Arsenal six points behind Chelsea, who can clinch their sixth consecutive WSL title with a draw against Manchester United later today.
  • Chelsea are also on the verge of completing a full calendar year unbeaten in the league, with 19 wins and three draws during this period.
  • Arsenal now face a battle to hold onto second place, with Manchester United just two points behind and a head-to-head clash looming on the final day of the season.
  • Chelsea coach Sonia Bompastor emphasized the importance of the upcoming match, stating it represents a significant step toward securing the title.