Crystal Palace vs Leicester City 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 Crystal Palace face Leicester City today in the WSL:
Crystal Palace vs Leicester City
Foul by Annabel Blanchard (Crystal Palace Women).
Crystal Palace vs Leicester City
Offside, Leicester City Women. Saori Takarada is caught offside.
Crystal Palace vs Leicester City
Attempt blocked. Shannon O'Brien (Leicester City Women) right footed shot from the centre of the box is blocked. Assisted by Asmita Ale with a cross.
Crystal Palace vs Leicester City
Corner, Leicester City Women. Conceded by Abbie Larkin.
Crystal Palace vs Leicester City
Delay in match because of an injury Shannon O'Brien (Leicester City Women).
Crystal Palace vs Leicester City
Attempt missed. Molly-Mae Sharpe (Crystal Palace Women) header from the centre of the box is close, but misses to the right. Assisted by Abbie Larkin with a cross.
Crystal Palace vs Leicester City
Corner, Crystal Palace Women. Conceded by Asmita Ale.
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