The new Women’s Super League marks the start of a new era for reigning champions Chelsea, with long-serving boss Emma Hayes having departed in summer to start a new adventure with the USA Women’s team.
Last year they just about did enough to claim the title on goal difference ahead of Manchester City, while Arsenal will again hope to make it a three-horse race for the WSL title. Meanwhile Liverpool, Manchester United and Tottenham will hope to progress after further rebuilding this summer.
Crystal Palace were promoted to replace Bristol City in the top flight, while on a wider note, the league is now under the management and operation of a new organisation set up to lead women’s football towards further growth and progression, with Nikki Doucet overseeing both the WSL and Championship in a new phase for the game.
Follow the live action below as Brighton & Hove Albion face West Ham United today in the WSL:
Brighton & Hove Albion vs West Ham United
Match ends, Brighton and Hove Albion Women 3, West Ham United Women 2.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs West Ham United
Second Half ends, Brighton and Hove Albion Women 3, West Ham United Women 2.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs West Ham United
Attempt saved. Anouk Denton (West Ham United Women) right footed shot from outside the box is saved.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs West Ham United
Michelle Agyemang (Brighton and Hove Albion Women) wins a free kick on the left wing.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs West Ham United
Substitution, Brighton and Hove Albion Women. Pauline Bremer replaces Nikita Parris.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs West Ham United
Substitution, West Ham United Women. Shannon Cooke replaces Kirsty Smith.