WSL openers: Chelsea-Spurs, Arsenal-Liverpool

WSL openers: Chelsea-Spurs, Arsenal-Liverpool

Women’s Super League (WSL) champions Chelsea will begin their title defence against Tottenham Hotspur on the opening weekend of the 2023-24 season on Oct. 1.

Emma Hayes’ team are looking to clinch a fifth WSL title in a row after securing a league and cup double last season.

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Manchester United, who finished in second placed and two points behind Hayes’ side last term, travel to Aston Villa in the first match of their campaign.

England star Alessia Russo will likely make her Arsenal debut at the Emirates Stadium against Liverpool for their season opener while Manchester City play West Ham United.