🚨 Man Utd run riot at Old Trafford in WSL opener; Brighton lead Everton
After Chelsea's 1-0 victory over Aston Villa on the opening night, four more clubs got their Women's Super League season under way on Saturday.
Here's what happened.
Manchester United 3-0 West Ham
Scorers: Geyse 28', Galton 45+3', Clinton 53'
Manchester United put on a show for their fans at Old Trafford with an emphatic victory over West Ham to open the season.
United took the lead midway through the first half, when Brazilian forward Geyse showed great strength and composure to hold off a defender and finish at the near post.
Excellent strength and finish from @geyse_ferreiraa 🤩#BarclaysWSL @ManUtdWomen pic.twitter.com/YBnCOAu7OK
— Barclays Women's Super League (@BarclaysWSL) September 21, 2024
The hosts then made it 2-0 in first half stoppage time, with Leah Galton opening her account for the season with a cracking finish.
A wonderful strike from Leah Galton 🙌#BarclaysWSL @ManUtdWomen pic.twitter.com/zj4pnKB4uB
— Barclays Women's Super League (@BarclaysWSL) September 21, 2024
United increased their lead early in the second half through Grace Clinton, when she headed home unmarked in the box.
Grace Clinton heads it home for @ManUtdWomen 👊#BarclaysWSL pic.twitter.com/0TEBuYhURu
— Barclays Women's Super League (@BarclaysWSL) September 21, 2024
Brighton v Everton
Scorers: Seike 29'
Kiko Seike had already impressed on her Seagulls debut before she opened the scoring midway through the first half with an outrageous long-range chip.
What a way to open your goal scoring account for your new club! 🚀
A stunning strike from Kiko Seike 🤩#BarclaysWSL @BHAFCWomen pic.twitter.com/DglA1nzcgl— Barclays Women's Super League (@BarclaysWSL) September 21, 2024
Sunday's fixtures
Arsenal v Manchester City
Tottenham v Crystal Palace
Liverpool v Leicester