London City routs Spurs, Man City maintains perfect start in WSL
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 11:59 AM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026

London City Lionesses marked a strong start to the Women's Super League season with a decisive 6-1 victory against Tottenham on October 1, signaling their ambition for a title challenge. Meanwhile, Manchester City continues its unbeaten run with five victories this season, culminating in a comeback win over Arsenal, putting them firmly in the lead. The league now takes a two-week hiatus, allowing teams to reassess their strategies. After their mixed results, Manchester United is showing signs of improvement under coach Eva Olid, recently securing their fourth consecutive win. Promoted clubs face challenges, particularly Birmingham and Charlton, who are struggling at the bottom of the table.
- •London City scores six goals against Spurs in a dominant performance.
- •Manchester City wins five out of five, leading the WSL standings.
- •Arsenal trails Manchester City by ten points early in the season.
- •Manchester United secures fourth straight win, showing improvement.
- •Promoted clubs Birmingham and Charlton are struggling in the league.
- 11:59 AMYahoo Sports — London City gelling, Man City flying - takeaways from WSL start
- 11:59 AMBBC Sport — London City gelling, Man City flying - takeaways from WSL start
"After five frantic weeks, the Women's Super League takes a two-week break, offering the perfect chance to take stock of a thrilling start to the season.
"After five frantic weeks, the Women's Super League takes a two-week break, offering the perfect chance to take stock of a thrilling start to the season.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 5, 2026, 11:59 AMLondon City gelling, Man City flying - takeaways from WSL start
After five frantic weeks, the Women's Super League takes a two-week break, offering the perfect chance to take stock of a thrilling start to the season.
- BBC SportOct 5, 2026, 11:59 AMLondon City gelling, Man City flying - takeaways from WSL start
After five frantic weeks, the Women's Super League takes a two-week break, offering the perfect chance to take stock of a thrilling start to the season.
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