Match report

Chelsea W Defeats Brighton W 2-1 in FA WSL

Chelsea W
Chelsea W
2–1
FT
Brighton W
Brighton W
Mar 18, 2026

Chelsea Women held off a spirited challenge from Brighton Women to secure a 2-1 victory in their FA WSL match. Goals from A. Thompson and Alexia Potter ensured Chelsea's triumph, despite a valiant effort from Brighton through C. Camacho's equalizer. The game was marked by numerous yellow cards and key substitutions that influenced the momentum.

Key Facts

  • • Chelsea W 2-1 Brighton W
  • • A. Thompson scored the opening goal for Chelsea W at 13' with an assist from S. Baltimore
  • • C. Camacho equalized for Brighton W at 17' with an assist from N. Noordam
  • • Alexia Potter secured the victory for Chelsea W at 39' with an assist from A. Thompson
  • • Multiple yellow cards were issued to players from both teams throughout the match
  • • Several substitutions were made by both teams, impacting the game's flow

Lineups

Chelsea W

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Starting XI

  • 24 H. Hampton (G)
  • 6 S. Nusken (D)
  • 22 L. Bronze (D)
  • 5 V. Buurman
  • 17 S. Baltimore (D)
  • 32 A. Potter (M)
  • 30 K. Walsh (M)
  • 12 A. Thompson (M)
  • 18 W. Kaptein (M)
  • 10 L. James (M)
  • 33 A. Beever-Jones

Substitutes

  • 38 R. Spencer
  • 1 L. Peng
  • 8 E. Cuthbert
  • 26 K. Buchanan
  • 42 C. Sarwie
  • 43 G. Storey
  • 47 L. Shooter

Brighton W

Formation: 4-3-1-2

Starting XI

  • 1 C. Nnadozie (G)
  • 27 R. McLauchlan (D)
  • 18 C. Hayes (D)
  • 2 M. Vanegas (D)
  • 19 M. Olislagers
  • 15 N. Noordam
  • 8 M. Symonds (M)
  • 10 J. Cankovic (M)
  • 14 F. Kirby (M)
  • 22 C. Camacho (F)
  • 21 M. Haley (F)

Substitutes

  • 25 H. Poulter
  • 32 S. Baggaley
  • 20 O. Tvedten
  • 6 R. Kafaji
  • 29 F. Tsunoda
  • 17 R. Rayner
  • 23 M. Auee
  • 5 M. Mpome
  • 41 T. Warren

Timeline

  1. Chelsea W
    13' Chelsea W Goal · Normal Goal
    A. Thompson · Assist: S. Baltimore
  2. Brighton W
    17' Brighton W Goal · Normal Goal
    C. Camacho · Assist: N. Noordam
  3. Brighton W
    20' Brighton W Card · Yellow Card
    Manuela Vanegas

    Foul

  4. Chelsea W
    32' Chelsea W Card · Yellow Card
    S. Nüsken

    Foul

  5. Chelsea W
    34' Chelsea W Card · Yellow Card
    W. Kaptein

    Foul

  6. Chelsea W
    39' Chelsea W Goal · Normal Goal
    Alexia Potter · Assist: A. Thompson
  7. Brighton W
    46' Brighton W subst · Substitution 1
    Off: C. Camacho · On: R. Rayner
  8. Brighton W
    56' Brighton W Card · Yellow Card
    R. Rayner

    Foul

  9. Chelsea W
    57' Chelsea W subst · Substitution 1
    Off: L. James · On: Kadeisha Buchanan
  10. Chelsea W
    65' Chelsea W subst · Substitution 2
    Off: A. Thompson · On: E. Cuthbert
  11. Brighton W
    67' Brighton W subst · Substitution 2
    Off: N. Noordam · On: R. Kafaji
  12. Brighton W
    67' Brighton W subst · Substitution 3
    Off: M. Olislagers · On: M. Mpome
  13. Chelsea W
    72' Chelsea W Card · Yellow Card
    L. Bronze

    Foul

  14. Brighton W
    80' Brighton W Card · Yellow Card
    M. Mpome

    Argument

  15. Chelsea W
    84' Chelsea W subst · Substitution 3
    Off: W. Kaptein · On: Chloe Sarwie
  16. Brighton W
    84' Brighton W subst · Substitution 4
    Off: F. Kirby · On: Olaug Tvedten
  17. Brighton W
    84' Brighton W subst · Substitution 5
    Off: R. McLauchlan · On: M. Auee

Match Stats

Stat Chelsea W Brighton W
Fouls 13 9
Pass Accuracy 89% 80%
Offsides 4 1
Red Cards — —
Total Shots 13 8
Corners 3 4
Total Passes 546 400
Yellow Cards 3 3
Blocked Shots 6 5
Shots on Target 4 1
xG — —
Shots off Target 3 2
Possession 58% 42%
Goals Prevented — —
Accurate Passes 485 319
Shots Inside Box 8 3
Saves 0 2
Shots Outside Box 5 5

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ The early goal by A. Thompson at 13' set Chelsea W on the offensive, but Brighton W quickly equalized through C. Camacho at 17', keeping the game tightly contested.
  • ▸ Alexia Potter's goal at 39' was crucial in turning the tide back in Chelsea W's favor, ultimately securing their victory despite Brighton W's efforts to equalize again.