Chelsea delivered a scintillating performance against West Ham, cruising to a 5-0 victory that solidified their position at the top of the Women’s Super League. The win extends their lead to seven points, underscoring their dominance in the league.
The Blues set the tone early, taking just 11 minutes to find the back of the net. Catarina Macario combined brilliantly with Sjoeke Nusken, volleying home a stunning opener past a helpless Kinga Szemik. Ten minutes later, Erin Cuthbert capitalized on a defensive lapse to double Chelsea’s lead, marking her 250th appearance with a clinical finish.
Aggie Beever-Jones added the third just before halftime, pouncing on a poor clearance to fire in off the post. The second half saw Sandy Baltimore extend the lead further, showcasing her precision and composure with a well-taken strike. Chelsea’s fifth came courtesy of an unfortunate own goal by West Ham’s Amber Tysiak, capping a dominant display.
From the first whistle, Chelsea dictated the game, pinning West Ham back and creating numerous chances. Beever-Jones came close early on, and Macario’s link-up play with Nusken consistently troubled the Hammers’ defense. West Ham struggled to build any momentum, with their first real chance coming late in the first half.
The introduction of fresh legs and tactical adjustments ensured Chelsea maintained their grip on the game. Baltimore’s second-half goal highlighted her quality, and Chelsea’s bench strength shone as substitutes Guro Reiten and Maika Hamano kept the pressure on.
Goalkeeper Hannah Hampton also impressed, denying West Ham’s rare attempts on goal.
Baltimore was a constant threat down the left flank, her speed and creativity wreaking havoc on West Ham’s defense. She capped her performance with a superb goal and played a pivotal role in Chelsea’s attacking dominance.
What’s Next?
Both teams will shift focus to the Women’s League Cup quarter-finals. Chelsea will host Durham, while West Ham face a challenging clash against Tottenham. If today’s performance is any indication, Chelsea looks poised to continue their winning streak.
With this emphatic victory, Chelsea has sent a clear message to the rest of the league: they are the team to beat.
