Chelsea Defeats Liverpool 2-1 in FA Women's Cup Semi-Final

In a thrilling FA Women's Cup semifinal, Chelsea narrowly defeated Liverpool 2-1, with Aggie Beaver-Jones scoring a dramatic stoppage-time winner. Liverpool initially took the lead in the 21st minute through Olivia Smith, who capitalized on a perfectly weighted pass from Marie Hobinger. Chelsea equalized just before halftime with a goal from Erin Cuthbert, who managed to score in extra time after a scramble in the box. Despite solid defensive efforts from Liverpool, Chelsea dominated the second half, creating numerous chances before Beaver-Jones secured the victory in the 94th minute, sending Chelsea to Wembley for the final. Liverpool's injuries impacted their lineup, as they were without key players Ceri Holland and Zara Shaw. The match showcased contrasting styles, with Liverpool's counterattacks posing a significant threat, while Chelsea's persistence ultimately paid off.