In a hard-fought clash at St Helens, Chelsea Women maintained their remarkable undefeated streak as they were held to a 1–1 draw by Liverpool Women in the WSL.

Chelsea looked sharp early on, seizing the lead in just the 9th minute through Alyssa Thompson, whose composed finish gave the Blues an early advantage. Despite dominating large spells, Chelsea couldn’t add to their lead as Liverpool weathered the storm.

Liverpool, however, showed resilience. In the 33rd minute, Beata Olsson produced a stunning individual moment — darting forward on the counterattack and beating the Chelsea defense to level the score. That goal galvanized the Reds, who began to challenge more consistently as the first half progressed. Sky Sports

In the second half, Chelsea pushed hard for the winner. They made substitutions to increase their attacking threat and applied considerable pressure, but Liverpool held firm, blocking shots and defending with discipline. Despite the Blues’ relentless efforts, neither side broke through again, and the match ended in a stalemate.

A Record Streak Continues

Although Chelsea dropped two points, the draw was enough to extend their unbeaten run to 34 WSL games, marking a new high-water mark in their league history. Sky Sports Their resilience and consistency have impressed all season, underscoring their status as a dominant force in the WSL.

Records and Milestones

• Chelsea captain Millie Bright made history with her 211th WSL appearance, becoming the league’s all-time appearance leader. Sky Sports

• The Blues’ continued unbeaten run reflects their tactical discipline and depth.

• At the same time, the draw closes the gap on the WSL leaders, keeping the title race very much alive.

What This Means for Both Teams

For Chelsea, this result showcases their championship-level mentality: even when they don’t dominate possession or score freely, they know how to manage games and avoid defeat. Their run of form puts pressure on their rivals and solidifies their claim as favorites in the title race.

For Liverpool, earning a point against top opposition is a huge positive. It demonstrates belief, fight, and the capacity to execute under pressure — qualities that could be crucial as they look to climb the table.

Looking Ahead

Chelsea will now focus on maintaining momentum and transforming these draws into wins, especially as the season intensifies. They know any slip could be costly in such a competitive league. Liverpool, meanwhile, will seek to build on this performance to fuel their push up the standings.