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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Sophie Downey, Renuka Odedra and Morgan Ofori

Women’s Super League: talking points from the weekend’s action

(Left to right): Bunny Shaw, Beth Mead and Gemma Bonner.
(Left to right): Bunny Shaw, Beth Mead and Gemma Bonner. Composite: Guardian Picture Desk

Foxes must keep up hunt for full 90

A 5-2 win made things look comfortable in the end for Chelsea as they extended their unbeaten run in the league. However, Leicester gave the champions plenty to think about. Despite conceding twice in the opening five minutes, the Foxes rallied with a display that exemplified the character and style of play they have been developing since Willie Kirk took charge of the team – aggressive, forward-thinking and strong in one-on-one duels. Leicester’s next step in their development will be keeping up the intensity of their performance for 90 minutes. Chelsea, meanwhile, have Lauren James. The 22-year-old is arguably the most technically gifted footballer in the country, and she put in another display that once again indicated her improving productivity. SD

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