Arsenal 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 Arsenal face Aston Villa today in the WSL:
Arsenal vs Aston Villa
Frida Maanum (Arsenal Women) hits the right post with a right footed shot from the centre of the box.
Arsenal vs Aston Villa
Attempt saved. Kyra Cooney-Cross (Arsenal Women) right footed shot from outside the box is saved.
Arsenal vs Aston Villa
Attempt missed. Leah Williamson (Arsenal Women) right footed shot from the right side of the box is close, but misses to the right. Assisted by Kyra Cooney-Cross following a corner.
Arsenal vs Aston Villa
Rachel Daly (Aston Villa Women) wins a free kick on the right wing.
Arsenal vs Aston Villa
Attempt missed. Kyra Cooney-Cross (Arsenal Women) right footed shot from outside the box is too high.
Arsenal vs Aston Villa
Attempt saved. Frida Maanum (Arsenal Women) right footed shot from the centre of the box is saved in the centre of the goal.
Arsenal vs Aston Villa
Attempt saved. Mariona Caldentey (Arsenal Women) right footed shot from a difficult angle on the left is saved in the centre of the goal. Assisted by Caitlin Foord.
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