Football

The top four were all winners as the chase for Champions League places intensified in the Barclays Women's Super League. Chelsea remain on top after a 2-0 victory at West Ham thanks to goals from Sam Kerr and Beth England.

City's afternoon was far less straightforward, though. A late Keira Walsh goal proved the difference in a 1-0 win against a resolute Everton side. The result keeps...

Chelsea survived having Sophie Ingle sent off after just 12 minutes as well as conceding two penalties as they beat Atletico Madrid 2-0 in the first leg of their Women's Champions League last 16 tie.

Goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger saved both of the Spaniard's spot kicks whilst Maren Mjelde did manage to score a penalty at the other end before Fran Kirby ensured the Blues take a...

Birmingham City manager Carla Ward has spoken of her shock, anger and disappointment at the behaviour of her players after two members of her squad were suspended for attending a party with several Leicester City players despite coronavirus stay-at-home restrictions remaining in place.

"The behaviour was completely unacceptable," said Ward. "I was shocked because it was very out of...

The Football Association has confirmed officials in the Women's Super League will remain part-time for at least the next three years, saying the value of the league does not warrant the investment needed for professional referees.

There have been a number of high-profile blunders from officials this season. However, the FA is keen improve the standard of refereeing even if only...