"Chelsea marked their return to Women's Super League action with an emphatic 5-0 victory over struggling West Ham. The Blues beat Brighton in their last league outing of 2025, and the reigning champions picked up where they left off before the winter break by cruising to victory at Kingsmeadow on Sunday. Chelsea were ahead after just 49 seconds, with Yu Endo turning into her own net."
"Lauren James made it 2-0 in the 28th minute, before quickfire goals from Alyssa Thompson and Sandy Baltimore before half-time had Chelsea well on their way to a rout. STARTING THE YEAR OFF STRONGLY! #CFCW pic.twitter.com/nXRgSrUsPI - Chelsea FC Women (@ChelseaFCW) January 11, 2026 Baltimore doubled up from the penalty spot midway through the second half, though Chelsea's victory was not enough to close the gap on WSL leaders Manchester City, who beat Everton 2-0."
Chelsea returned to Women's Super League action with a 5-0 win over West Ham at Kingsmeadow. Chelsea scored inside 49 seconds via an own goal by Yu Endo. Lauren James made it 2-0 in the 28th minute before Alyssa Thompson and Sandy Baltimore added quickfire goals before half-time. Baltimore converted a second-half penalty to complete the scoring. Chelsea registered 26 shots with 10 on target and recorded 4.11 expected goals (xG) compared with West Ham's 0.25 xG. Manchester City remained top after beating Everton 2-0.
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