Sky Sports columnist Laura Hunter delves into the key takeaways from the latest Women's Super League matches, bringing fans closer to the heart of the women's game. Manchester City's title celebrations have been put on hold after their shocking defeat to Brighton. The loss means Chelsea and Arsenal now have a chance to catch up to City's current points total of 49, although Chelsea's inferior goal difference makes their chances slim. Arsenal, however, is still in the running.

Prior to the weekend, Arsenal's chances of winning the title were considered a long shot, but their odds have now increased to 5% without even playing a game. This turn of events has raised questions about whether City's title win is still a guarantee.

City's manager, Andree Jeglertz, remains calm, but the pressure is mounting. With only two league games left, City needs at least five points to secure the title, and any further slip-ups will likely be punished. City will face Liverpool and West Ham in their final two league games, with an FA Cup semi-final against Chelsea in between. These games will be challenging, especially since City's momentum has been dented by their recent defeat.

Captain Alex Greenwood is confident that her team can bounce back from this setback, citing their positive response to previous disappointments. However, the international break has disrupted City's rhythm, and they will need to regroup quickly to secure the title. Meanwhile, Manchester United is struggling after a goalless draw with Tottenham. They have won only one of their last eight games in all competitions, and their performance levels have significantly dropped.

This slump has raised concerns about the limitations of their squad and the pressure on manager Marc Skinner. Skinner's side has failed to win against top-five teams, including Spurs, and their offensive metrics have been dominated by their opponents. The return of Ella Toone from injury has not sparked a turnaround, and Skinner is facing scrutiny. With only a year left on his contract, Skinner must make changes in the summer to address the team's decline.

Whether he will be the one to implement these changes remains to be seen.