West Ham United vs Brighton & Hove Albion LIVE: Women's Super League result, final score and reaction
Follow all the action from Chigwell Construction Stadium
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 West Ham United face Brighton & Hove Albion today in the WSL:
West Ham United vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Corner, Brighton and Hove Albion Women. Conceded by Kirsty Smith.
West Ham United vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Attempt saved. Madison Haley (Brighton and Hove Albion Women) right footed shot from the centre of the box is saved in the centre of the goal. Assisted by Nadine Noordam.
West Ham United vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Offside, West Ham United Women. Viviane Asseyi is caught offside.
West Ham United vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Attempt blocked. Manuela Paví (West Ham United Women) right footed shot from the centre of the box is blocked. Assisted by Riko Ueki with a cross.
West Ham United vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Foul by Kiko Seike (Brighton and Hove Albion Women).
West Ham United vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Lineups are announced and players are warming up.
West Ham United vs Brighton & Hove Albion
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