Manchester City claimed their first Women's Super League title in a decade, capping a remarkable campaign under manager Andree Jeglertz. City's 13-game winning streak between September and February, plus 31 combined goals from Khadija Shaw and Vivianne Miedema, powered them to a 12-point lead over Chelsea at one stage.

Chelsea's third-place finish marked a major disappointment after six consecutive titles. Despite signing Alyssa Thompson and Ellie Carpenter, injuries and off-field disruption under new head of women's football Paul Green hampered their campaign. Arsenal secured second place with a strong Champions League semi-final run, though injuries derailed their title challenge early.

Tottenham delivered the season's biggest surprise under Martin Ho, climbing from second-bottom last term to fifth place. The London City Lionesses also impressed in sixth during their debut season, backed by billionaire Michele Kang's investment. Both clubs showed ambition that threatens the established order.

Leicester City's relegation after five WSL seasons came as little surprise following Amandine Miquel's pre-season sacking. Their 11 goals scored and 13-game losing run sealed relegation via play-off defeat to Charlton Athletic. The campaign highlighted growing financial disparities as wealthy newcomers reshape English women's football.