Women’s League Cup: Arsenal end trophy wait with victory over ChelseaBy Rachel Steinberg, PAArsenal came from behind to end a near four-year wait for a trophy with a deserved 3-1 victory over Chelsea in the Continental Cup final at Selhurst Park. England boss Sarina Wiegman, Arsenal chief executive Vinai Venkatesham and Blues co-owner Todd Boehly were among the Women’s League Cup record 19,010 in attendance at the Premier League venue, beating last season’s 8,000 total at AFC Wimbledon. Sam Kerr netted the opener inside the first two minutes before Stina Blackstenius levelled and Arsenal captain Kim Little scored from the spot. Arsenal were chasing their first silverware since winning the Women’s Super League title in 2018/19, while Chelsea were hoping to lift the Conti Cup for the third time. England team-mates Leah Williamson of Arsenal and Chelsea’s Millie Bright embrace at the end as Arsenal players celebrate (Zac Goodwin/PA).

Source: Irish Independent March 06, 2023 03:24 UTC