Chelsea wins third consecutive Women's Super League title

Updated May. 8, 2022 9:23 a.m. ET
Associated Press

LONDON (AP) — Sam Kerr's two goals helped Chelsea clinch a third successive Women's Super League title on the final day of the season by beating Manchester United 4-2 on Sunday.

A comeback against United after trailing twice ensured Arsenal did not overtake Chelsea with a 2-0 victory over West Ham at the same time.

Martha Thomas’ header for fourth-placed United was canceled out by Erin Cuthbert and Ella Toone's strike in the 25th was followed by Kerr's equalizing volley a minute into the second half.

Guro Reiten’s close-range finish gave Chelsea the lead for the first time in the 51st minute and another volley from Kerr in the 66th wrapped up a fifth WSL title for Emma Hayes' side.

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Chelsea can add another title next Sunday in the Women's FA Cup final against Manchester City, which finished third in the WSL to take the final Champions League place.

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