WSL roundup: Matchday 8

Mead double in Arsenal win
Man City hit seven past Tottenham
Man City 7-0 Tottenham; Khadija Shaw scores first-half hat-trick

Beth Mead showcased her scoring prowess, netting twice as Arsenal delivered a commanding 3-0 triumph over struggling West Ham in the Women’s Super League at Meadow Park. The hosts wasted no time, with Frida Maanum breaking the deadlock just two minutes into the match. Mead, back from injury, scored her first in the 18th minute and tapped in another from six yards just before halftime.

The victory propels Jonas Eidevall’s team to the second position, intensifying the pressure on league leaders Chelsea. Meanwhile, Chelsea extended their winning streak to six games with a 5-2 victory against Leicester.

In the late Sunday fixture, Manchester City displayed dominance, thrashing Tottenham 7-0. Khadija Shaw’s first-half hat-trick set the tone, while Laura Coombs, coming off the bench, contributed a late double. City’s fast start, including Shaw’s 23rd-minute header, dismantled Spurs’ eight-match unbeaten run.

Manchester United bounced back to winning ways after their derby defeat, securing a 2-0 victory against bottom-placed Bristol City. Second-half goals from Hinata Miyazawa and Nikita Parris sealed the win, overcoming City’s goalkeeper Olivia Clark’s impressive saves in the first period.

Liverpool secured their first win in three league matches, claiming a convincing 4-0 victory against Brighton. Gemma Bonner, Shanice van de Sanden, Ceri Holland, and Sophie Roman Haug were the goal-scorers in an impressive display.

Everton climbed the table, surpassing Aston Villa with a 2-1 win at Villa Park. Nathalie Björn’s penalty secured Everton’s victory, with Anna Patten’s own goal and Rachel Daly’s equalizer providing a thrilling contest. The win ended Everton’s four-match winless streak.