Serial winners Chelsea block out noise to triumph again
The 2-0 win over United at Ashton Gate this time around could not have been a more timely reminder that Chelsea still mean business and remain the team to beat. "The emotions are really high. There is a lot of happiness because it's always difficult to play in a final and win," said Bompastor.
"Sometimes, people just think because we are Chelsea, it's just a habit. But it takes a lot for my players to perform and grab a trophy. "Every occasion, they just show up.
They fought with the right mentality. It was not easy. We played as a team defensively.
It was a real team effort. " James stars as Chelsea beat Man Utd in Women's League Cup final Chelsea came into the game with a formidable record over United, winning 100% of their cup final meetings and only dropping points in two of their past 12 league games. But injuries in the squad and absences because of the Asia Cup meant this was a depleted Chelsea, albeit United were also without key midfielders Hinata Miyazawa and Ella Toone.
There was a feeling this was United's best chance to overcome Chelsea, when their opponents were vulnerable and the 'mentality monsters' mask appeared to have slipped ever so slightly. However, Chelsea's biggest superpower has been their ability to block out the noise, to bounce back when they have been written off, and ultimately, to win prizes. After 90 minutes, it was the familiar sight of Chelsea lifting the cup, Blues fans celebrating in the stands and Lucy Bronze playing with gold confetti.