Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur LIVE: Women's Super League result, final score and reaction

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Champions Chelsea opened their WSL title defence with a 2-1 win over Tottenham at Stamford Bridge.

Australia striker Sam Kerr, who had been injured at the World Cup, was not in the squad - but Chelsea debutant Mia Fishel headed the home side into a 27th-minute lead.

England international Lauren James added another early in the second half from a cross by Guro Reiten, whose initial effort looked to have been cleared away from behind the line.

Spurs set up a tense closing 15 minutes when Martha Thomas pulled a goal back, before Chelsea substitute Jelena Cankovic saw her late goal ruled out for offside.

Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur

Attempt saved. Lauren James (Chelsea Women) left footed shot from outside the box is saved in the bottom right corner. Assisted by Sophie Ingle.

1 October 2023 17:36

Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur

Delay over. They are ready to continue.

1 October 2023 17:33

Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur

Delay in match because of an injury Olga Ahtinen (Tottenham Hotspur Women).

1 October 2023 17:33

Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur

Offside, Tottenham Hotspur Women. Grace Clinton tries a through ball, but Martha Thomas is caught offside.

1 October 2023 17:33

Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur

Corner, Tottenham Hotspur Women. Conceded by Jess Carter.

1 October 2023 17:32

Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur

First Half begins.

1 October 2023 17:31

Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur

Lineups are announced and players are warming up.

1 October 2023 16:39

Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur

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1 October 2023 16:30