Crystal Palace vs Everton 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 Everton today in the WSL:
Crystal Palace vs Everton
Attempt blocked. Toni Payne (Everton Women) left footed shot from the right side of the box is blocked. Assisted by Heather Payne.
Crystal Palace vs Everton
Attempt missed. Sara Holmgaard (Everton Women) right footed shot from the centre of the box.
Crystal Palace vs Everton
Melissa Lawley (Everton Women) wins a free kick on the left wing.
Crystal Palace vs Everton
Goal! Crystal Palace Women 1, Everton Women 1. Honoka Hayashi (Everton Women) header from the centre of the box to the bottom left corner. Assisted by Veatriki Sarri with a cross.
Crystal Palace vs Everton
Substitution, Crystal Palace Women. Shanade Hopcroft replaces Ashleigh Weerden.
Crystal Palace vs Everton
Melissa Lawley (Everton Women) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
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