Aston Villa vs Man City

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Dramatic Showdown: Man City Misses WSL Title despite Win Over Aston Villa

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Man City's victory over Aston Villa wasn't enough to secure the WSL title, with Chelsea clinching the trophy on goal difference after a stunning win over Manchester United.

In a thrilling clash between Aston Villa and Manchester City, the Women's Super League final day saw a heart-pounding match that ended with a 2-1 victory for Manchester City at Villa Park. Despite their commendable win, Manchester City fell short of claiming the WSL title as Chelsea outperformed them on goal difference. The tension was palpable as both teams fought fiercely on the field.

Aston Villa, finishing in seventh place regardless of the final outcome, put up a spirited performance against Man City. The departure of Villa's players added an emotional touch to the game, making it a bittersweet farewell for the team. Meanwhile, Manchester City's Gareth Taylor led his side with determination, but it wasn't enough to secure the coveted WSL title.

The match report highlighted Mary Fowler and Lauren Hemp's crucial goals for Manchester City, with Rachel Daly scoring for Villa. Despite Villa's valiant efforts to equalize, the victory belonged to Manchester City at the final whistle. However, it was Chelsea who emerged triumphant in the end, sealing the WSL title with their impressive goal difference.

In a bittersweet moment for Man City fans, the team secured a victory over Villa but had to settle for second place in the Barclays Women's Super League. The disappointment of missing out on the title despite their win added a somber note to the final day of the season. As the dust settles on the intense showdown, Chelsea's remarkable performance and goal difference sealed their place as the champions of the WSL, leaving Manchester City with a bitter taste of second place.

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Aston Villa 1-2 Manchester City: Women's Super League final day ... (The Guardian)

Manchester City missed out on the WSL title despite beating Aston Villa 2-1 at Villa Park.

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Man City miss out on WSL title despite win over Villa (Reuters)

Chelsea, who hammered Manchester United 6-0 at Old Trafford, beat them to the trophy on goal difference.

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Is Aston Villa v Manchester City on TV? Kick-off time, channel and ... (The Independent)

The hosts have little to play for โ€” Villa will finish seventh regardless of the outcome of their final fixture โ€” but will be keen to send off the departing ...

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Aston Villa 1-2 Man City: Gareth Taylor's side finish as WSL runners ... (Sky Sports)

Match report and free highlights as Man City fall short on final day of the WSL with goals by Mary Fowler and Lauren Hemp either side of Rachel Dalys ...

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Manchester City player ratings vs Aston Villa: Too little too late ... (Goal.com)

City won at Villa Park but were unable to catch Chelsea, who have won the WSL title thanks to a superior goal difference.

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City forced to settle for second despite Villa triumph (Manchester City FC)

Manchester City were beaten to the Barclays Women's Super League title on goal difference despite a 2-1 final day win at Aston Villa.

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Barclays WSL Match Report: Aston Villa 1-2 Manchester City (Aston Villa)

Mary Fowler put the visitors ahead early on, but Villa fought back in Carla Ward's final game in charge with a second-half Rachel Daly equaliser. Despite ...

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