Leicester City vs Arsenal LIVE: Women's Super League result, final score and reaction
Follow all the action from King Power Stadium
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 Leicester City face Arsenal today in the WSL:
Leicester City vs Arsenal
Emily Fox (Arsenal Women) wins a free kick on the right wing.
Leicester City vs Arsenal
Attempt missed. Alessia Russo (Arsenal Women) left footed shot from the right side of the six yard box is close, but misses to the right. Assisted by Beth Mead with a cross following a corner.
Leicester City vs Arsenal
Corner, Arsenal Women. Conceded by Ruby Mace.
Leicester City vs Arsenal
Frida Maanum (Arsenal Women) wins a free kick in the attacking half.
Leicester City vs Arsenal
Attempt blocked. Beth Mead (Arsenal Women) right footed shot from the right side of the box is blocked.
Leicester City vs Arsenal
Corner, Arsenal Women. Conceded by Julie Thibaud.
Leicester City vs Arsenal
Jutta Rantala (Leicester City Women) hits the woodwork with a left footed shot from the left side of the box.
Leicester City vs Arsenal
Lineups are announced and players are warming up.
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