"Manchester United are not fussed about being called underdogs. Their plan is to win as many games in the UEFA Women's Champions League as possible, and their debut fixture could not have gone much better, being the only Women's Super League (WSL) team to claim an opening day win thanks to captain Maya Le Tissier. WSL champions Chelsea were held to a 1-1 draw by FC Twente in the Netherlands,"
"There was really only one person that the fairytale moments could happen to and that's Le Tissier. Having joined the club in 2022, she has become one of the most vital players for United, making 71 consecutive starts in the WSL, the most of any player in the league and leading the charge as the captain since last season. The romanticism of the Champions League is not lost on Le Tissier either."
Manchester United opened their UEFA Women's Champions League campaign with a 1-0 win over Valerenga, secured by captain Maya Le Tissier's penalty. Chelsea drew 1-1 with FC Twente while Arsenal lost 2-1 to OL Lyonnes, producing mixed results for WSL teams on opening matchday. Le Tissier joined United in 2022 and has made 71 consecutive WSL starts, the most in the league, and has captained the side since last season. United overcame previous qualifying disappointment and a comeback against SK Brann to reach the competition proper. Le Tissier described competing in the Champions League as deeply meaningful.
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