WSL2 round-up: Title chasers Charlton Athletic falter as Birmingham City close in
WSL2 round-up: Title chasers Charlton Athletic falter as Birmingham City close in Leaders Charlton Athletic faltered in the latest lot of Women’s Super League 2 (WSL2) results, with the pressure getting to them at a crucial time. Crystal Palace prevailed over the title hopefuls in a goal-fest thriller at Selhurst Park. Meanwhile, Newcastle United were held by Sunderland in a tight Tyne-Wear derby outing.
Bristol City appear out of the promotion hopes after being masters of their own downfall against high-flying Birmingham City. Nottingham Forest rooted Durham in further problems with a slick first-half double. Read how your team got on below in a WSL2 round up.
Crystal Palace snub title hopefuls Charlton Athletic Charlton took a surprise lead through Amelie Thestrup despite having less possession. The Danish striker pounced with a flick-on from a corner to make it 1-0. The match then turned as Hayley Ladd equalised for Palace on the stroke of half-time with a shot from the edge of the box.
The second half saw Kirsty Howat — back into the starting line-up — put the Eagles ahead, nodding home Sharpe’s header across goal. Abby Larkin then made it three for Palace with a brilliant header. The match continued at pace with Emma Bissell pulling one back for Charlton from the penalty spot.
The last 10 minutes were nervy, but Palace held on to claim three points and clinch third place in the BWSL2. This latest wobble for Charlton sees them now only three points ahead of Birmingham in second, having played a match more. Charlton face Birmingham in the season finale, which could be the title decider.
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