Chelsea starts Women's Champions League with win over Real Sociedad
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 9:14 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Chelsea began their Women's Champions League campaign with a victory against Real Sociedad. The match showcased the impact of Chelsea's new signings, who played a crucial role in the win. This follows Chelsea's preparations for the season without a traditional preseason schedule. The team's performance sets a positive tone heading into the group stage of the tournament.
- •Chelsea won their first match of the Women's Champions League.
- •New signings contributed significantly to the team's performance.
- •Chelsea did not have a standard preseason leading into this match.
- 9:59 PMESPN Soccer — Despite a lack of a preseason, Chelsea's new signings prove they're still a UWCL threat
"Chelsea kicked off their season with a win over Real Sociedad in the Women's Champions League, buoyed by the performances of their new signings.
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