The Women’s Super League returned after the international break yesterday and there was no shortage of drama as Chelsea were held for only the second time this season with a topsy-turvy 2-2 draw against Brighton & Hove Albion.

Crystal Palace were promoted to replace Bristol City in the top flight, while on a wider note, the league is now under the management and operation of a new organisation set up to lead women's football towards further growth and progression, with Nikki Doucet overseeing both the WSL and Championship in a new phase for the game.

Liverpool have parted ways with women’s manager Matt Beard after almost four years in charge, with just four wins in 14 games in the Women’s Super League. Beard returned to the role of Liverpool FC Women manager in May 2021, having previously spent three years at the club between 2012 and 2015.