Chelsea reclaim top spot with emphatic 6-0 win over Charlton

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 1 Nov, 17:27 · Archive

Chelsea defeated Charlton 6-0 to reclaim top spot in the Women's Super League.

Chelsea defeated Charlton 6-0 to return to the top of the Women's Super League table. The Blues produced a ruthless display, scoring four goals in the first half through Nathalie Bjorn, Melvine Malard (twice) and Ellie Carpenter. Two further goals from substitutes Aggie Beever-Jones and Giulia Dragoni extended the lead after the break, with Dragoni scoring her first Chelsea goal.

Charlton, who have not earned a point in the WSL this season, were unable to mount any significant challenge. Chelsea had been concerned about Lauren James, who was forced off around the 30-minute mark after causing problems in the early stages. Despite Charlton's efforts to find a consolation goal, the hosts could not break through Chelsea's defence.

The victory gave Chelsea 27 goals in just eight games this season, demonstrating their attacking prowess at the top of the table.

How it is being reported

• Chelsea put six past Charlton to top WSL tableRuthless Chelsea put six goals past Charlton - who are yet to earn a point in the WSL this season - to return to the top of the table with 27 goals in just eight games.BBC Sport · 1 Nov, 17:10
• WSL LIVE! Four first half goals for Chelsea as they dominate CharltonSky Sports · 1 Nov, 11:30

In this story: Chelsea · Charlton Athletic · Melvine Malard · Nathalie Bjorn · Ellie Carpenter · Lauren James · Aggie Beever-Jones · Giulia Dragoni

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