
USWNT star Thompson proving her worth as Chelsea's record signing
Alyssa Thompson's transfer to Chelsea featured all the hallmarks of a marquee signing. First reported to be in the works over a week before it was done, allowing the hype and excitement to build, it was given a dramatic conclusion by being completed right at the Women's Super League's transfer deadline, and for a bumper fee surpassing £1 million ($1.4m) which set a new world record for the women's game at the time. Brought out to greet the fans of her new club at Stamford Bridge, as Chelsea opened their WSL title defence with a statement win over Manchester City, Thompson was given the stage of a true star. But would she be?
16 Dec 2025

Rolfo leads insane Man Utd comeback - but WSL title bid takes hit
Manchester United staged a remarkable second half comeback on Sunday, securing what could prove to be a valuable point in a 3-3 draw at home to Tottenham, having been 3-0 down with 17 minutes of normal time to play. However, in truth, it does little to salvage the Red Devils' Women's Super League title charge. Marc Skinner's side are now nine points off table-topping Manchester City after these dropped points, but it does help in the race for Champions League football, as a win for Spurs would've taken them above United and level on points with Arsenal in third.
16 Dec 2025

Four Lionesses in GOAL's WSL Team of the Season so far
As the Women's Super League hits its winter break, Manchester City are sitting pretty at the top of the table, boasting a comfortable six-point lead over second-placed Chelsea to put themselves in an incredible position in their pursuit of a first title since 2016. It's no surprise, then, that the Cityzens dominate GOAL's Team of the Season so far.
16 Dec 2025

'Thought I was having a heart attack' - Kelly reveals anxiety issues
Lionesses and Arsenal star Chloe Kelly has opened up on the crippling anxiety she experienced before moving to Arsenal from Manchester City earlier this year. Kelly, who started her professional career at Arsenal, returned to the club this January, initially on loan from the Cityzens before completing a permanent transfer back to her childhood club in the summer.
15 Dec 2025