City fell to a 6-2 defeat at Brighton and Hove Albion, confirming their exit from the Women’s League Cup at the group stage. Tianna Teisar and Jazz Bull scored for the Robins against a strong Barclays Women’s Super League outfit.

Leicester produce a stunning comeback to maintain Ruud van Nistelrooy's unbeaten start in an enthralling draw with Brighton.

Crystal Palace were promoted to replace Bristol City in the top flight, while on a wider note, the league is now under the management and operation of a new organisation set up to lead women's football towards further growth and progression, with Nikki Doucet overseeing both the WSL and Championship in a new phase for the game.