Brighton & Hove Albion vs Arsenal LIVE: Women's Super League result, final score and reaction
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The new Women's Super League marks the start of a new era for reigning champions Chelsea, with long-serving boss Emma Hayes having departed in summer to start a new adventure with the USA Women's team.
Last year they just about did enough to claim the title on goal difference ahead of Manchester City, while Arsenal will again hope to make it a three-horse race for the WSL title. Meanwhile Liverpool, Manchester United and Tottenham will hope to progress after further rebuilding this summer.
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.
Follow the live action below as Brighton & Hove Albion face Arsenal today in the WSL:
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Arsenal
Match ends, Brighton and Hove Albion Women 4, Arsenal Women 2.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Arsenal
Second Half ends, Brighton and Hove Albion Women 4, Arsenal Women 2.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Arsenal
Attempt saved. Jenna Nighswonger (Arsenal Women) left footed shot from outside the box is saved in the top centre of the goal.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Arsenal
Delay in match because of an injury Sophie Baggaley (Brighton and Hove Albion Women).
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Arsenal
Corner, Arsenal Women. Conceded by Sophie Baggaley.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Arsenal
Attempt saved. Alessia Russo (Arsenal Women) left footed shot from the left side of the six yard box is saved in the centre of the goal. Assisted by Mariona Caldentey with a cross.
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