Chelsea scores five goals to defeat Manchester United in WSL
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 1:41 PM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026
Chelsea recorded a win over Manchester United in the Women's Super League at Stamford Bridge on September 13, 2026. The home side secured the victory by scoring five goals, effectively responding to criticism following an opening weekend draw against Aston Villa. Lauren James operated in a free role throughout the match, contributing to an offensive performance that overcame recent concerns regarding finishing. Manager Sonia Bompastor guided the team to this result after the side previously dominated possession against Aston Villa but failed to secure more than a point. Manchester United appeared lacklustre during the contest, failing to contain the Chelsea attack. This performance marks a significant recovery for Chelsea early in the league campaign.
- •Chelsea defeated Manchester United at Stamford Bridge on September 13, 2026.
- •Chelsea scored five goals during the match.
- •Lauren James utilized a free role to influence the attacking play.
- •The result follows a 1-1 draw between Chelsea and Aston Villa on the opening weekend.
- 1:41 PMThe Guardian Sport — Chelsea thrash Manchester United in WSL as Lauren James revels in free role
"A swaggering Chelsea cast off any suggestion that they had lost the ability to kill off games, putting five goals past a worryingly lacklustre and lackadaisical Manchester United side. The match had been talked about as something of a must win for Sonia Bompastor’s side after they were inexplicably held to a 1-1 draw by Aston Villa on the opening weekend, despite a staggering domination of that match. Criticism felt harsh given their level of control over the game, but signs of the profligacy evident last season reared its head in warning at Stamford Bridge. Continue reading...
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