Chelsea secures victory over Arsenal in Women's Super League clash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 7:46 PM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
Chelsea achieved a significant 1-0 victory against Arsenal in the Women's Super League on Sunday, marking their third consecutive win. This result comes after a slow start to their campaign, following the end of their six-year title reign last season. The match showcased Chelsea's strong defensive strategy, resulting in a third straight clean sheet and extending their unbeaten run to 12 games. Coach Sonia Bompastor emphasized the team's mental and physical preparation for the match. Chelsea sits just two points behind league leaders Manchester City.
- •Chelsea's victory extended their unbeaten WSL run to 12 games.
- •Alyssa Thompson scored the only goal of the match.
- •Chelsea's defense recorded a clean sheet, not conceding for 315 minutes.
- •The team is now two points off Manchester City in the league standings.
- •Sonia Bompastor noted improvements in the team's mental toughness and strategy.
- 7:46 PMYahoo Sports — Chelsea restore resilience - are they title contenders again?
- 7:46 PMBBC Sport — Chelsea restore resilience - are they title contenders again?
"Doubt crept in at Chelsea last season when they lost their Women's Super League crown - but early signs in this campaign suggest they have regained their spark for another challenge.
"Doubt crept in at Chelsea last season when they lost their Women's Super League crown - but early signs in this campaign suggest they have regained their spark for another challenge.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 27, 2026, 7:46 PMChelsea restore resilience - are they title contenders again?
Doubt crept in at Chelsea last season when they lost their Women's Super League crown - but early signs in this campaign suggest they have regained their spark for another challenge.
- BBC SportSep 27, 2026, 7:46 PMChelsea restore resilience - are they title contenders again?
Doubt crept in at Chelsea last season when they lost their Women's Super League crown - but early signs in this campaign suggest they have regained their spark for another challenge.
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