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All 12 WSL teams in action Man Utd put four past Liverpool in first of six games Man City also win as leaders Chelsea also in action Watch West Ham v Crystal Palace on i Player Get Involved: #bbcfootball, via Whats App on 03301231826 or text 81111 (UK only, standard message rates apply Emma Smith, Ciara Fleming and Harry Poole Chelsea 2-1 Brighton A double change for Chelsea at the break. Niamh Charles and Catarina Macario replace Ashley Lawrence and Wieke Kaptein. For Brighton, Pauline Bremer is replaced by Michelle Agyemang. Away we go again. Arsenal 2-0 Aston Villa Back under way in north London. HT: Arsenal 2-0 Aston Villa A half-time change for Arsenal, as Lotte Wubben-Moy replaces Emily Fox at right back. West Ham 1-2 Crystal Palace The first caution of the game goes to Palace forward Katie Stengel for kicking the ball away. In true derby day spirit the home fans cheer with glee in response. HT: Arsenal 2-0 Aston Villa Her first half goal moves Alessia Russo to four goals in the WSL this season, with a clutch of players joint-third in the top scorer standings. Russo is level with team mate Frida Maanum, Kiko Seike of Brighton and Aston Villa's Rachel Daly. West Ham 1-2 Crystal Palace Gilly Flaherty Former Arsenal and England defender on BBC One West Ham goalkeeper Kinga Szemik dropped the ball and Annabel Blanchard was in the perfect position to pick it up. It's the conditions that we have been talking about. Blanchard must have thought it was the easiest of chances she would get all season, but still doesn't put it in the back of the net. FT: Manchester United 4-0 Liverpool Manchester United Manchester United manager Marc Skinner speaking to Sky Sports: "Coming back from an international break is part of the game. I think Liverpool suffered form that a little bit today but they've also got some injuries. "We hit the ground running but there are still areas to improve. The finishes were fantastic and we created a lot of chances. That is satisfying to see for me as a coach. " On the exit of sporting director Dan Ashworth: "My sole focus has been on Liverpool. It will always be. There will always be decisions made around people at the club. Without being privy to it, all I can do is what we have done today. Of course, we will find more about what has happened in the coming days. " West Ham 1-2 Crystal Palace West Ham are making their own problems here. They are inviting the press from Crystal Palace, and the visitors are more than happy to oblige, taking advantage of sloppy possession from the hosts to get in at goal time and again. West Ham 1-2 Crystal Palace Gilly Flaherty Former Arsenal and England defender on BBC One The rain is coming down heavily here and the wind is going strong. It's difficult conditions for the players. You have to try and make sure you stay in the game for as long as possible. Man City 4-0 Leicester It's all over in Manchester. A comprehensive win for Man City as they get their title challenge back on track. The victory takes Gareth Taylor to 72 WSL wins, level with former Blues boss Nick Cushing in second place in the all time list. Leicester looked bright in spells but they didn't have nearly enough to trouble their hosts in the end. Tottenham 2-1 Everton A Bethany England double earns Tottenham an important victory over Everton. West Ham 1-2 Crystal Palace Well this one has certainly been played in the spirit of a London derby. It's been end to end from minute one. Annabel Blanchard looked certain to extend Palace's lead to two goals, prodding at goal after King Szemik spilled a cross, but somehow her effort lands onto the roof of the net instead. Tottenham 2-1 Everton Drew Spence has the chance to confirm victory for Tottenham but Courtney Brosnan stands tall and keeps alive Everton's slim hopes. Man City 4-0 Leicester Teenager Lily Murphy has been so bright since she came on. She does well to beat her marker down the left, checking back inside at the last and firing at goal, although the shot loops over the bar. Oh so close to her first WSL goal. Tottenham 2-1 Everton Double change for Tottenham as Jan Robert Vilahamn looks to run the clock down. Olga Ahtinen is on for Eveliina Summanen, Lenna Gunning-Williams replaces Jessica Naz. No more than a couple of minutes left for Everton to salvage a point here. Man City 4-0 Leicester I fully agree Joe. It's been a tough afternoon for the Foxes in Manchester. They've got five minutes to try and keep Man City from adding any more goals. Man City 4-0 Leicester Joe Rindl BBC Sport at Joie Stadium Julie Thibaud's header has probably been Leicester's best chance. When it's not your day. .. Five minutes added on at Joie Stadium. Yui Hasegawa has be named player of the match. West Ham 1-2 Crystal Palace Gilly Flaherty Former Arsenal and England defender on BBC One We asked for goals today and we have already got three. It was quick play from West Ham. Viviane Asseyi is able to run at the back post, sneak in and tuck it away. But it's also a brilliant cross from Seraina Piubel. It's a difficult ball to deal with as a defender. Man City 4-0 Leicester A blot on an otherwise great afternoon for Man City as Jill Roord feels a muscle tweak and has to go off. They will have to make do with 10 players for the remaining minutes as they've ran out of substitutes. Tottenham 2-1 Everton Five minutes of stoppage time to come. Plenty of time for some late drama. Last Updated 8th December 2024 at 15: 53 Please Note: All times UK. Tables are subject to change. The BBC is not responsible for any changes that may be made. © 2024 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.