Erin Cuthbert’s gut-busting drive to win the ball, nutmeg a defender and provide the no-look assist for Guro Reiten was the moment of magic Chelsea needed to take a slim but critical lead in their battle with the holders, Lyon, for a place in the Champions League semi-finals.
It was not the prettiest of performances from either side, which was reflective of the less-than-electric but efficient seasons the WSL and Ligue 1 leaders are having, but Cuthbert’s contribution to the winner typified all aspects of her game.
