Crystal Palace were promoted to replace Bristol City in the top flight, while on a wider note, the league is now under the management and operation of a new organisation set up to lead women's football towards further growth and progression, with Nikki Doucet overseeing both the WSL and Championship in a new phase for the game.

Manchester United suffer only their second Women's Super League defeat of the season as Olivia Smith scores twice for Liverpool in a 3-1 win at Anfield.

Raphinha is enjoying the best season of his career at FC Barcelona this season, racking up a tally of 25 goals and 18 assists from 40 games in all competitions.The 28-year-old Brazilian international

The new Women's Super League marks the start of a new era for reigning champions Chelsea, with long-serving boss Emma Hayes having departed in summer to start a new adventure with the USA Women's team.