Manchester City won the WSL title for the first time in a decade, led by manager Andree Jeglertz in his debut campaign. Without Champions League commitments, City focused on the league and built a 13-game winning streak between September and February, including a period with a 12-point lead over Chelsea. Khadija Shaw and Vivianne Miedema stayed fit and combined for 31 goals, accounting for half of the club’s total. Arsenal finished behind City after injuries and inconsistent performances, though they reached the Champions League semi-finals and expect a transitional but competitive 2026-27. Chelsea entered the season with major summer signings, but an injury crisis disrupted their momentum.
"Manchester City were crowned champions, while Leicester City were relegated with defeat by Charlton Athletic in the inaugural play-off. Newcomers London City Lionesses quickly settled in, but Tottenham were the surprise package, finishing the best of the rest outside the traditional top four. But who else impressed and who failed to meet expectations?"
"It was the perfect season for Manchester City as they claimed their first league title in a decade - and in manager Andree Jeglertz's debut campaign. With no Champions League football to distract them, City were able to throw everything at the WSL title and they swept up the opposition. They went on a 13-game winning streak between September and February and, at one point, had a 12-point lead over Chelsea."
"They also kept key players Khadija Shaw and Vivianne Miedema fit, with the two scoring a combined 31 goals - half of the club's overall tally. With a squad packed with talent and depth, City will hope to compete on several fronts in Europe next year, but must replace Shaw, who looks set to leave."
"Having been crowned European champions last year, there were high hopes for Arsenal in their pursuit of a first WSL title since 2019. But injuries and a disappointing handful of performances left them chasing early on, and that was enough to give City the advantage in the title race. Another strong run to the semi-finals of the Champions League was a welcome addition to an otherwise steady season for Arsenal."
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