Chelsea and Man City played out an even opening 30 minutes in Friday night’s WSL opener at Stamford Bridge.
However, the Blues eventually took the lead through Aggie Beever-Jones, who was on hand to cap a wonderful flowing move from the hosts.
The reigning WSL champions cut through the right side of City’s defence at an electric pace, leading to Ellie Carpenter picking out the lurking Beever-Jones to tap in from close range.
We have our first WSL goal of the new season! ✨
Champions Chelsea lead Man City thanks to Aggie Beever-Jones’ close-range finish ⚽🔵 pic.twitter.com/glxx9Vm7wd
— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) September 5, 2025
It’s been a tight opening between Chelsea and Manchester City, but the champions have forced themselves ahead.
Ellie Carpenter has been electric on debut, and her cross puts it on a plate for Aggie Beever-Jones to tap home the first goal of the 2025/26 WSL season. pic.twitter.com/Y2FSsICLBD
— The Athletic | Football (@TheAthleticFC) September 5, 2025
Will the Blues hold on to make a winning start under the lights?
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