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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Anita Asante

Can Arsenal and Manchester City unseat relentless Chelsea in WSL race?

Lucy Bronze in action for Chelsea during a pre-season friendly
Lucy Bronze joining Chelsea is an indication of the calibre of the new coaching staff. Photograph: Dave Shopland/Shutterstock

There is no simple formula to winning a league, but there are critical ingredients every team in the new WSL season will be seeking to inject. Chief among those are team spirit and unity. The bonding process, the trust-building between players and staff, and developing those connections quickly, is so important. The aspect that often gets overlooked as part of that, though, is enjoyment.

What keeps players motivated every day to show up, even when they are tired or frustrated, even when things are not going their way or they have got a niggle? It is enjoyment. It means players keep pushing for their personal and the team’s goals. Establishing collective values ensures they show up every day, give their all and support each other.

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