Chelsea secures back-to-back wins with 2-0 over Birmingham City
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 9:00 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
Chelsea won 2-0 against Birmingham City in the Barclays Women’s Super League on September 19 at Stamford Bridge. Lexi Potter opened the scoring early, and Melvine Malard added a second goal in the 71st minute. Chelsea had several opportunities throughout the match, including a header that hit the bar. Birmingham City posed threats but could not find the net, with their best chance blocked just before halftime. The win marks Chelsea's second consecutive victory as they prepare to face Arsenal next Sunday.
- •Lexi Potter scored Chelsea's first goal early in the match.
- •Melvine Malard scored on her first appearance at Stamford Bridge.
- •Chelsea registered multiple attempts, including a header off the bar.
- •Birmingham City's best chances were blocked by Chelsea's defense.
- •Both teams will play again on September 26 in the league.
- 9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Chelsea secure back-to-back wins with victory over Birmingham City
"Chelsea made it back-to-back wins in the Barclays Women’s Super League after beating Birmingham City 2-0 at Stamford Bridge this afternoon. Goals from Lexi Potter and Melvine Malard helped secure th...
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