Chelsea 1-0 Arsenal: Reiten's Penalty Extends WSL Lead to Nine Points

Chelsea secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Arsenal at Stamford Bridge, extending their lead at the top of the Women's Super League to nine points. Guro Reiten scored the decisive penalty late in the match after Lauren James was fouled by Arsenal's captain, Kim Little, who was sent off shortly after receiving a second yellow card for dissent. Arsenal had several missed opportunities, including chances from Alessia Russo and Beth Mead, and could have taken control of the game. The match marked the unveiling of Naomi Girma, Chelsea's record-signing, before a record crowd of 34,302. Despite Chelsea's win, they showed vulnerabilities, relying on their depth to secure the three points. The victory reflects Chelsea's strong position in the league, as they continue to challenge for multiple titles this season.