Manchester City vs Crystal Palace 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 Manchester City face Crystal Palace today in the WSL:
Manchester City vs Crystal Palace
Corner, Manchester City Women. Conceded by Ria Öling.
Manchester City vs Crystal Palace
Corner, Manchester City Women. Conceded by Allyson Swaby.
Manchester City vs Crystal Palace
Goal! Manchester City Women 2, Crystal Palace Women 2. Jill Roord (Manchester City Women) right footed shot from very close range to the bottom left corner.
Manchester City vs Crystal Palace
Attempt saved. Kerolin (Manchester City Women) right footed shot from very close range is saved in the centre of the goal. Assisted by Lauren Hemp with a cross.
Manchester City vs Crystal Palace
Delay in match because of an injury Shae Yañez (Crystal Palace Women).
Manchester City vs Crystal Palace
Attempt saved. Kerolin (Manchester City Women) left footed shot from very close range is saved.
Manchester City vs Crystal Palace
Rebecca Knaak (Manchester City Women) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Manchester City vs Crystal Palace
Attempt missed. Jill Roord (Manchester City Women) right footed shot from very close range.
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