Manchester City win first Women’s Super League title in 10 years to end Chelsea dominance

Manchester City have clinched their first Women’s Super League title in 10 years.

Arsenal’s draw at Brighton on Wednesday night means City cannot be caught at the top of the WSL ahead of their final game of the season at West Ham on Saturday May 16.

City’s title is their first since 2016 and ends Chelsea’s dominance of the WSL. The Blues had been champions for the past six seasons, and had won eight titles (including the 2017 Spring Series) since City last lifted the title.

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City’s triumph is made even more impressive as it comes in Andree Jeglertz’s first season since replacing Gareth Taylor.

Jeglertz could still lead City to a domestic double – they face Chelsea in the FA Cup semi-finals on Sunday.

After winning the title, Jeglertz said: “Helping guide this team to the WSL title is something I will never forget. The girls have met every challenge in front of them head-on and have been an absolute joy to coach this season.

“In the good moments and the bad, they’ve always stuck together and found a way to win – something that all great champions do.

“This wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible effort, belief, passion and dedication of my colleagues, the players and the fans. They’ve all been a credit to the club as well as themselves and deserve to celebrate this amazing moment.

“But this isn’t the end of the road – we still have plenty to fight for this season and in the coming years. I’m excited by what the future holds for this amazing group of players and this fantastic club.”

More to follow…