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Manchester City clinch title, first since 2016.

5/7/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Manchester City were crowned League champions on 6 May 2026 after Arsenal’s 1-1 draw.
City finished with 52 points from 21 of 22 games, ending Chelsea’s six-year dominance and earning their crown since 2016.
Sam Coffey, from Portland Thorns in January, started seven of ten matches and became the fourth U.S. to win WSL.
Laura Coombs retired after the season as City head to an FA Cup semi-final versus Chelsea.

History

Historical Context

Since the FA launched the Women’s Super League, whose first season began in 2011, Arsenal seized the inaugural title and have since won three championships. Chelsea then amassed eight titles, including a run of consecutive wins, before Manchester City captured their second crown in the 2025-26 season, illustrating the league’s shift toward broader international talent and tighter competition.

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Story summary

Manchester City were crowned League champions on 6 May 2026 after Arsenal’s 1-1 draw.
City finished with 52 points from 21 of 22 games, ending Chelsea’s six-year dominance and earning their crown since 2016.
Sam Coffey, from Portland Thorns in January, started seven of ten matches and became the fourth U.S. to win WSL.
Laura Coombs retired after the season as City head to an FA Cup semi-final versus Chelsea.

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