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Chelsea struggle offensively without Lauren James in recent matches

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 5:31 AM

Last updated Nov 13, 2026

Chelsea struggle offensively without Lauren James in recent matches

Summary

Chelsea's recent matches against Everton and BK Hacken resulted in just one goal from 52 total shots over 180 minutes. Lauren James, sidelined due to a hamstring injury, has been missed significantly, as Chelsea averages nearly three goals per game with her but only one per game without her. With the team hosting Manchester City next, the absence of their key forward remains a pressing concern. Chelsea currently leads the WSL in goals scored but struggles with underperforming xG numbers.

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Status Watch

•Chelsea had 52 shots but scored only once in two matches.
•Lauren James is out for multiple weeks due to injury.
•Chelsea ranks top in WSL for goals but underperforms xG.
•The team is set to face Manchester City next.
•Chelsea has struggled offensively without James, averaging fewer goals.

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5:31 AMYahoo Sports — Are Chelsea toothless without Lauren James? This is what the numbers say

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First, 20 shots at Everton. Next, 32 shots at BK Hacken. Of the 52 shots in total across 180 minutes of football in four days, one finds the back of the net. And if you square the eight and move the two and subtract the total of the square root of Ellie Carpenter’s 20 crosses into the box, you’ll find that the answer to the question that you’re really asking — which is why things aren’t straightforward for Chelsea when Lauren James isn’t on the pitch — is actually quite simple. It’s because Laur
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