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.

She looks to make the cross, but West Ham can clear. Naalsund eventually attempts an audacious strike from distance as the ball falls to her feet, but the midfielder’s effort flies just wide. 35 min: Manchester United have dominated this match so far and deserve to be in the lead.

Manchester City vs. Arsenal might be the headline but matches like Liverpool vs. Bournemouth have a lot to offer