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Manchester City go nine points clear in WSL after Shaw’s late strike at London City

Khadija Shaw jumps with joy after scoring at London City Lionesses
Khadija Shaw missed chances to open the scoring and to restore Manchester City’s lead but the WSL’s top scorer eventually found the winner. Photograph: Ben Whitley/PA

Manchester City are beginning to look like champions elect after going nine points clear at the top of the Women’s Super League with nine games to play, striking late to claim a precious victory at London City Lionesses.

Khadija Shaw was the calmest person in the ground as she slotted in a low finish in the 86th minute after a goalmouth scramble, before leaping in delight in front of the travelling supporters as they celebrated her winner and avoided what had looked set to be a rare slip-up in Bromley.

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