Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion 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 Brighton & Hove Albion today in the WSL:
Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Attempt missed. Leah Williamson (Arsenal Women) header from the centre of the box is just a bit too high. Assisted by Katie McCabe with a cross following a corner.
Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Corner, Arsenal Women. Conceded by Rachel McLauchlan.
Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Attempt blocked. Frida Maanum (Arsenal Women) left footed shot from the left side of the box is blocked. Assisted by Beth Mead.
Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Attempt blocked. Alessia Russo (Arsenal Women) left footed shot from the centre of the box is blocked.
Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Steph Catley (Arsenal Women) wins a free kick on the left wing.
Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Substitution, Brighton and Hove Albion Women. Rachel McLauchlan replaces Maria Thórisdóttir because of an injury.
Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Delay in match because of an injury Maria Thórisdóttir (Brighton and Hove Albion Women).
Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Second Half begins Arsenal Women 3, Brighton and Hove Albion Women 0.
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