Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa 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 Crystal Palace face Aston Villa today in the WSL:
Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa
Corner, Aston Villa Women. Conceded by Molly-Mae Sharpe.
Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa
Attempt missed. Ebony Salmon (Aston Villa Women) left footed shot from the centre of the box misses to the left. Assisted by Rachel Daly following a corner.
Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa
Attempt missed. Rachel Daly (Aston Villa Women) header from the centre of the box misses to the left. Assisted by Jill Baijings with a cross following a corner.
Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa
Corner, Aston Villa Women. Conceded by Clarissa Larisey.
Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa
Attempt saved. Allyson Swaby (Crystal Palace Women) header from the centre of the box is saved.
Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa
Corner, Crystal Palace Women. Conceded by Miri Taylor.
Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa
Foul by Jill Baijings (Aston Villa Women).
Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa
Attempt saved. Rachel Daly (Aston Villa Women) header from the centre of the box is saved in the top centre of the goal. Assisted by Miri Taylor with a cross.
Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa
Chasity Grant (Aston Villa Women) wins a free kick on the right wing.
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