Get the best viewing experience by using Chrome for a smoother video player. Manchester United vs West Ham – Sunday, kickoff 1:00 pm, live on Sky Sports Manchester United have yet to register a win in their first three fixtures, but they earned considerable respect after holding Arsenal to a 1‑1 draw at the Emirates last week. After a harsh opening that saw them concede seven goals in two games, the team appeared more organized and dangerous in the recent encounter.
It took Arsenal until the 96th minute to finally break the deadlock. In my assessment, United thrive when they play a quick‑transition style. Their midfielders are adept at moving the ball forward rapidly and exploiting the spaces behind the opposition’s back line.
Since Andrea Medina joined the squad over the summer, her raw speed and tenacity have added a new dimension to United’s counter‑attacking arsenal. Statistically, United have attempted only ten shots in the WSL so far this season – the lowest total recorded by any side across the first three matches of a campaign in league history.
Yet, with a creative core that includes Jess Park, Simi Awujo and the potential return of Ella Toone to the starting eleven, United possess the tools to supply striker Elisabeth Terland with more regular goal‑scoring opportunities. As the season progresses, we can expect these attacking patterns to become more refined and effective.
Birmingham City vs Crystal Palace – Sunday, kickoff 2:00 pm, live on Sky Sports Both Birmingham City and Crystal Palace are still navigating the challenges of life after promotion from the former WSL2. Their most recent outings were tough – Palace even suffered a heavy defeat at the hands of Tottenham – but unlike Charlton Athletic, both clubs have at least found the back of the net this season. I anticipate a cautious approach from both sides, as each will be keen to avoid a loss that could give the other an early advantage in the fight for survival.
For clubs likely to be embroiled in a relegation battle, staying competitive against one another is essential. Both teams have shown a propensity for direct, vertical play, meaning aerial duels will be a decisive factor. So far this term, five players have recorded ten or more headed clearances, and four of those are expected to feature in this match. Winning those battles in the air could tip the balance in a tightly contested game.
Liverpool vs Everton – Sunday, kickoff 2:00 pm, live on Sky Sports Everton have long teased Liverpool about their poor record in Merseyside derbies at Anfield, but the issue extends beyond that single fixture. Liverpool have stumbled in eight of their nine league matches at home this season, a trend that manager Gareth Taylor is desperate to reverse.
Under Taylor, Liverpool have begun to blend an attractive, possession‑based style with a pragmatic approach capable of delivering results. The Reds have already netted seven goals this campaign, surpassing their total tally from the first ten games of the previous season. Only Chelsea and Arsenal have generated more high‑intensity turnovers, indicating that Liverpool’s press is beginning to operate with the speed and coordination Taylor demands.
Everton are enjoying a modest resurgence, though both of their victories have come via own goals. Liverpool will be eager to exploit any defensive lapses and re‑establish their dominance at Anfield. Tottenham Hotspur vs Aston Villa – Sunday, kickoff 2:00 pm, live on Sky Sports One of the most memorable fixtures from last season was Tottenham’s exhilarating 7‑3 triumph over Aston Villa – a game that still resonates with fans. Spurs have continued their attacking flair, recently scoring seven against Crystal Palace in a display of creativity and confidence.
The performance felt like a statement, signalling that opponents should take notice. Amanda Nilsen’s 86th‑minute strike stood out, concluding a 14‑pass move that involved every outfield player except one.
Manager Martin Ho has instilled a brand of football that is both slick and incisive. If Tottenham avoid defeat this weekend, they will extend their unbeaten run to seven league matches, their longest stretch without a loss in recent memory. Since Ho took the reins in July 2025, only Manchester City, Chelsea and Arsenal have secured more wins than Tottenham’s 13 this season. Their rapid ascent makes them a team to watch as several clubs vie for a place among the league’s elite.
Chelsea vs Arsenal – Sunday, kickoff 4:30 pm, live on Sky Sports The final marquee matchup of the weekend pits Chelsea against Arsenal, marking the tenth meeting between the two sides across all competitions since the start of the 2023/24 campaign, with the head‑to‑head record level at four wins each. A key subplot to monitor is Chelsea’s full‑back duo.
Ellie Carpenter, who has already logged seven progressive carries into the final third this term, rivals Manchester City’s Lauren Hemp for the most forward‑moving runs. Carpenter’s wing‑back play combines chance creation with the ability to stretch defences, while her partner Katie McCabe mirrors this dynamism on the opposite flank.
McCabe will be facing her former club for the first time since departing Arsenal this summer, and she has a reputation for delivering emotionally charged performances. If harnessed correctly, the high‑risk, high‑reward approach of Chelsea’s full‑backs could prove decisive.
Arsenal, meanwhile, have been relatively passive so far this season. This tendency could hand the initiative to Sonia Bompastor’s side, especially if Chelsea’s attacking full‑backs create space and supply in the final third. Sky Sports remains the official broadcaster of the Women’s Super League, offering live coverage of all seven fixtures this weekend. The schedule culminates in the high‑profile London derby between Chelsea and Arsenal on Sunday afternoon.
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