Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion 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 Arsenal face Brighton & Hove Albion today in the WSL:
Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Penalty conceded by Jorelyn Carabalí (Brighton and Hove Albion Women) after a foul in the penalty area.
Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Attempt blocked. Maisie Symonds (Brighton and Hove Albion Women) right footed shot from the centre of the box is blocked. Assisted by Aisha Masaka.
Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Fourth official has announced 6 minutes of added time.
Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Laia Codina (Arsenal Women) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Attempt missed. Kyra Cooney-Cross (Arsenal Women) right footed shot from outside the box is too high. Assisted by Lia Wälti.
Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Substitution, Brighton and Hove Albion Women. Aisha Masaka replaces Kiko Seike.
Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Substitution, Brighton and Hove Albion Women. Bruna Vilamala replaces Fran Kirby.
Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Substitution, Brighton and Hove Albion Women. Marisa Olislagers replaces Vicky Losada.
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