Arsenal's surprise 2-0 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge has handed a massive advantage to Manchester City in the Women's Super League title race. The result, Arsenal's first away win in this fixture since 2018, means City can go nine points clear with a victory this weekend.

City, who have won every game since their opening-day loss to Chelsea, now face London City Lionesses. A win would create an almost insurmountable gap at this stage of the season. The loss also impacts the Women's Champions League race, with Arsenal moving within a point of second-place Chelsea.

Arsenal's victory, secured by goals from Beth Mead and Mariona Caldentey, came despite a host of injuries. For Chelsea, it was a story of wastefulness, with 19 chances producing only one shot on target. Arsenal now face a brutal run of fixtures, including a title decider against City on February 8.