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
Attempt missed. Caitlin Foord (Arsenal Women) right footed shot from outside the box.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Arsenal
Attempt missed. Stina Blackstenius (Arsenal Women) header from the centre of the box is close, but misses to the right. Assisted by Jenna Nighswonger with a cross.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Arsenal
Attempt missed. Leah Williamson (Arsenal Women) right footed shot from the centre of the box misses to the left following a corner.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Arsenal
Attempt blocked. Chloe Kelly (Arsenal Women) left footed shot from the centre of the box is blocked. Assisted by Caitlin Foord.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Arsenal
Nikita Parris (Brighton and Hove Albion Women) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
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