Everton claim shock win against title hopefuls Manchester City Everton recorded their first-ever Women’s Super League win over Manchester City as a 2-1 victory dented their opponents’ title hopes.
Second-placed City missed the chance to close the gap between themselves and leaders Chelsea to three points as first-half goals from Lucy Hope and Honoka Hayashi put Everton firmly in control.
Mary Fowler converted an 89th-minute penalty but it was too little, too late for City and Everton held on to move four points clear of the relegation zone.
With Chelsea dropping points for the first time this season in a 1-1 draw against Leicester on Saturday, Gareth Taylor’s City side failed to take advantage.
Alessia Russo continued her fine form in front of goal as Arsenal took all three points in 1-0 victory at Liverpool.
