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WSL Season Report Card: Man City A+, Chelsea C+ After Title Race

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Manchester City claimed their first Women's Super League crown since 2016 with an A-grade performance under Andree Jeglertz. The Citizens dominated with 21 goals from Bunny Shaw earning her third Golden Boot, while their 17 set-piece goals led the league. City's blend of technical midfield play and rock-solid defense proved too much for established rivals.

Chelsea's C+ grade reflected a disappointing third-place finish that cost them automatic Champions League qualification. Sonia Bompastor's side struggled without injured strikers Sam Kerr and Mayra Ramírez, managing only one win in their final ten matches. Arsenal earned an A- despite finishing second, with Alessia Russo's 13 goals leading five different players with five-plus strikes.

Tottenham's transformation from 11th to fifth under Martin Ho earned plaudits, highlighted by Olivia Holdt's eight goals and three assists. London City Lionesses spent heavily but only managed sixth with a C+ grade, while Brighton secured seventh with an exciting brand of football. United's fourth-place finish and UWCL quarterfinal run warranted a B- despite scoring struggles.

The season showcased the WSL's growing competitiveness, with Manchester City's £1 million Olivia Smith signing making an immediate eight-goal impact, while Tottenham's investment in youth paid dividends with record points hauls.