Brighton & Hove Albion vs Manchester United 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 Brighton & Hove Albion face Manchester United today in the WSL:
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Manchester United
Attempt saved. Elisabeth Terland (Manchester United Women) right footed shot from the right side of the box is saved in the centre of the goal. Assisted by Grace Clinton with a through ball.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Manchester United
Goal! Brighton and Hove Albion Women 0, Manchester United Women 1. Grace Clinton (Manchester United Women) right footed shot from the centre of the box.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Manchester United
Nikita Parris (Brighton and Hove Albion Women) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Manchester United
Corner, Manchester United Women. Conceded by Sophie Baggaley.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Manchester United
Attempt saved. Hinata Miyazawa (Manchester United Women) left footed shot from the left side of the box is saved in the centre of the goal. Assisted by Elisabeth Terland.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Manchester United
Offside, Manchester United Women. Grace Clinton is caught offside.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Manchester United
Marisa Olislagers (Brighton and Hove Albion Women) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Manchester United
Lineups are announced and players are warming up.
Brighton & Hove Albion vs Manchester United
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