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Chelsea builds WSL's top attack despite Khadija Shaw's decision

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 7:00 AM

Last updated Nov 13, 2026

Chelsea builds WSL's top attack despite Khadija Shaw's decision
Summary

Chelsea enters the first match against Manchester City this season as the WSL's leading scorers. After failing to secure Khadija Shaw, who signed a new deal with City, Chelsea adapted by acquiring Melvine Malard from Manchester United, who has scored six goals so far. Chelsea head coach Sonia Bompastor emphasizes the need for unpredictability in their attack, which has improved with new signings. The match will be critical as both teams vie for the top spot in the league.

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  • •Chelsea's first match against Manchester City this season is upcoming.
  • •Khadija Shaw signed a new four-year contract with City.
  • •Melvine Malard has scored six goals since joining Chelsea.
  • •Chelsea's adaptation has focused on creating an unpredictable attack.
  • •Chelsea is currently the top-scoring team in the WSL.
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  • 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — How Chelsea bounced back from Khadija Shaw snub to build the WSL's most lethal attack
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Sonia Bompastor missed out on a number of attacking targets over the summer, but her forwards have stepped up in impressive fashion thus far

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