Summary
Manchester United Women drew with Chelsea in a Women's Super League (WSL) match, ending Chelsea's perfect start to the season. This match marked a significant improvement for Manchester United, who had lost 10 out of their previous 11 league games against Chelsea. Despite missing some good chances, United's performance showed their progress as strong competitors in the league.
Key Facts
- Manchester United drew 1-1 with Chelsea in a Women's Super League match.
- This result ended Chelsea's 100% winning start to the new season.
- Anna Sandberg scored for Manchester United, while Wieke Kaptein scored for Chelsea.
- Manchester United had lost 10 out of 11 previous league games against Chelsea.
- Goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce made a critical save for Manchester United late in the game.
- United's coach, Marc Skinner, was proud of the team's performance, despite missing chances to win.
- Manchester United finished just two points behind Chelsea in the previous season (2022-23).
- Chelsea has gone over 500 days without losing a league game before this draw.