Manchester City held off a spirited fightback from Brighton to secure a 3-2 victory, maintaining their perfect start in the Women’s Super League. The match saw Andree Jeglertz's side race to a 3-0 lead within just 18 minutes, with an early double from Khadjia Shaw and a first goal for summer signing Niamh Charles. Although Brighton rallied before halftime with goals from Olivia Garcia and Caitlin Hayes, they couldn't complete the comeback.

Chelsea also made headlines by thrashing Tottenham 6-2, keeping the pressure on City, just two points behind. Lauren James shone for Sonia Bompastor's team, netting two goals, matched by teammate Ellie Carpenter. Spurs managed to level at the break thanks to Matilda Vinberg, but Chelsea's explosive second half saw them score three goals in just nine minutes, swinging the game decisively in their favor.

The London City Lionesses completed a strong top-three performance by defeating Everton 2-1. Goals from Delphine Cascarino and Freya Godfrey put the Lionesses in control, but a late header from substitute Holly McNamara made for a tense finish.

In other matches, Manchester United climbed to fifth in the table after a third consecutive league win, overcoming bottom side Charlton 3-1. Ella Toone and Andrea Medina scored early, while Leah Davidson pulled one back for Charlton before Julia Zigioitti Olme sealed the win.

Finally, Aston Villa achieved their first league success of the season by stunning Liverpool with a 2-1 comeback victory. After Natalia Ramos scored a spectacular opener for Liverpool, Villa improved in the second half, equalizing through Chasity Grant before a Grace Fisk own goal clinched the win.