London City stars beat Man Utd for statement WSL start
LONDON: A star-studded London City Lionesses, featuring Alexia Putellas, beat Manchester United 2-1 to make a statement start to their quest to become the first independent club to win the Women’s Super League (WSL).
London City's all-star squad, led by players like Alexia Putellas, secured a 2-1 victory over Manchester United during the Women's Super League (WSL) opener, signaling their ambition to become the first independent club to win the title. Backed by billionaire American Michelle Kang, London City splashed out on high-caliber talent, including Ballon d'Or winner Putellas, former England goalkeeper Mary Earps, and French winger Kadidiatou Diani.
Only Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester City, and Liverpool have previously lifted the WSL trophy, but Kang's vision for the club's second season in the top flight is clear. Last season, London City finished sixth behind the established powerhouses City, Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester United, and Tottenham. The atmosphere at the 6,000-capacity Bromley stadium proved conducive to an electrifying debut, with an own goal from Julia Zigiotti giving the home side an early lead.
Putellas, orchestrating the play, ensured London City dominated the match before Danielle van de Donk pulled one back in the final minutes, ultimately sealing the 2-1 triumph. Simi Awujo's consolation goal left Manchester United with a hard-fought loss but could not dampen the spirits of Kang's transformative force in women's football.
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