Chelsea Women announce one change for Liverpool WSL clash
Chelsea Women have made one alteration to their starting XI for today’s Women’s Super League (WSL) encounter against Liverpool Women at Stamford Bridge. Manager Sonia Bompastor has opted to bring in Sandy Baltimore in place of the injured captain Millie Bright, who misses out through injury. The Blues come into this fixture on the back of a 2-0 away victory over Tottenham Hotspur last weekend, while Liverpool Women finished the 2025 season in 11th place with 17 points from 22 games (4W-5D-13L), scoring 21 goals and conceding 34.
What happened in the last meeting?
The two sides last met in December, with Chelsea Women securing a dominant 9-1 victory over Liverpool Women. The Blues will be looking to build on that performance and continue their strong start to the season. Meanwhile, Liverpool Women will be aiming to bounce back from their disappointing campaign last season, where they ended up 38 points behind league leaders Manchester City Women.
Who is in the Chelsea Women squad?
Chelsea Women’s starting lineup features a mix of experienced players and young talent. The side is led by the experienced Lauren James, who will be looking to add to her goal tally this season. The bench includes the returning Wieke Kaptein and Aggie Beever-Jones, who have both recovered from their respective injuries. Academy products Chloe Sarwie and Lexi Potter are also among the substitutes, providing depth and fresh legs for the latter stages of the game.
What comes next for Liverpool Women?
Liverpool Women will be looking to put in a strong performance against one of the league’s top sides. With a new season on the horizon, they will be eager to show improvement and climb up the table. The match against Chelsea Women will be a tough test, but it will also provide an opportunity for the team to gauge their progress and identify areas for improvement.
