Manchester City's women's team has been crowned champions of England, securing the Women's Super League title for the second time in the club's history. This victory marks a significant moment, as it comes a full decade after their first championship win in 2016 and decisively ends a prolonged period of dominance by Chelsea.
The title was mathematically confirmed following a 1-1 draw between Arsenal and Brighton on Wednesday. This result meant that Arsenal, despite having two matches in hand, could no longer accumulate enough points to overtake Manchester City at the top of the table. City finished the season with a commanding 52 points, with one final fixture still to play.
Manchester City's squad, featuring key players like captain Alex Greenwood, dynamic forward Lauren Hemp, and prolific striker Khadija Shaw, demonstrated remarkable consistency throughout the campaign. Their collective effort proved too strong for the rest of the league, ending a six-year stretch where the championship trophy resided exclusively in London.
Chelsea's reign was formidable, having won the last six consecutive WSL titles. This era of success was overseen by two highly regarded managers: England's Emma Hayes, who led the team from 2020 to 2024, and her French successor, Sonia Bompastor, who took charge for the 2025 season. Despite their recent pedigree, Chelsea finished the season in second place with 46 points.
The period between Manchester City's two titles was characterized by a duopoly at the summit of English women's football. Following City's inaugural championship in 2016, the league title was won exclusively by either Arsenal or Chelsea until this season's breakthrough. City's victory therefore represents a significant shift in the competitive landscape of the Women's Super League.
This triumph is a landmark achievement for Manchester City, re-establishing them as a major force in the women's game after a ten-year wait. The team's ability to break Chelsea's stranglehold on the league highlights the growing depth and competitiveness of the WSL, promising an exciting future for the sport in England.
Based on reporting from Foot - actualités, mercato, info & vidéo en continu.
