On Sunday 16 March, Crystal Palace will be facing one of, if not, the biggest game in their history to date. It should be one of the talking points of the season. Leif Smerud’s side will walk out at the VBS Community Stadium knowing absolutely that it is do or die. A win against Aston Villa – a possibility which is not unthinkable right now – will bring them right back into the relegation battle; defeat and their fate will surely be decided.
An injury time equaliser from West Ham’s Manuela Paví further dented Manchester City’s title hopes in a 1-1 draw at the Chigwell Construction Stadium.
West Ham continued their strong home form with an important over Brighton to send them up to eighth. Shekeira Martinez, Riko Ueki and Viviane Asseyi steered the Hammers to victory. Nikita Parris got on the scorsheet for the visitors.
Quotes from the pre-match Barclays WSL press conferences for the weekend of 3-4 February 2024.
“That’s why we’re champions” echoed around Kingsmeadow on the final whistle as Chelsea once again showed their mettle to overcome a potential banana skin on Wednesday night. In a must-win encounter, the Blues came from behind against Liverpool to take all three points. A 2-1 victory in dramatic fashion ensured their title chase remained on track and in their control.
There’s a lot to look forward to in 2023 in the world of women’s football. Here’s some highlights to keep an eye on.
There’s a lot to look forward to in 2022 in the world of women’s football. Here’s some highlights to keep an eye on.