Chelsea Commanding Win Bolsters Title Aspirations Despite Earlier Setback

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May 06, 2024 · 1 min read

Chelsea Commanding Win Bolsters Title Aspirations Despite Earlier Setback
FootBall | May 06, 2024
In an impressive performance, Guro Reiten netted four goals and provided an assist for a fifth. (Image: Sky Sports)

Chelsea dominated in a resounding 8-0 victory over Bristol City, marking Emma Hayes’ final home game in charge. Despite conceding the WSL title earlier in the week, Chelsea seized the opportunity to close their goal difference deficit after Manchester City defeat to Arsenal. Guro Reiten opened the scoring from the penalty spot with Sjoeke Nusken and Aggie Beever-Jones adding to the lead.

Reiten completed her hat-trick while Niamh Charles, Fran Kirby and Beever-Jones also found the net. This impressive performance reignited Chelsea chances of clinching a fifth successive WSL title. Pundits lauded Chelsea display emphasizing the champions’ mentality and efficiency.

With a crucial game in hand against Tottenham, Chelsea now trail Manchester City by three points but lead in goal difference. Hayes expressed pride in her team’s performance highlighting their determination and resilience.