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1dEmily Keogh

Chelsea's Lawrence expects 'battle' with Arsenal

Chelsea and Canada defender Ashley Lawrence has said the upcoming London derby against Arsenal will be a "tough battle" and a "really good test" for her side after an unbeaten start to the season.

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Hamilton: Girma to Chelsea the biggest move in women's football history (1:28)
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Toone scores hat trick in Manchester derby thriller (1:06)
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Ella Toone scores first half brace in Manchester derby (1:22)
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Early Leitzig own-goal gifts Tottenham WSL win over the Foxes (1:18)
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7dBeth Lindop

Liverpool Women complain over Smith treatment

Liverpool Women's boss Matt Beard has warned striker Olivia Smith could be at risk of serious injury due to the treatment she receives from opposition defenders.

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7dEmily Keogh

Arsenal's Slegers 'very happy' with full-time job

Arsenal manager Renee Slegers has said she is "very happy" after being appointed as permanent head coach and revealed there were several moments in recent weeks where she felt that she would really like to lead the north London club.

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Arsenal name Slegers as permanent head coach

Arsenal women have named Renee Slegers as their permanent head coach after she impressed during her three-month interim spell in charge of the team.

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8dEmily Keogh

Arsenal's Fox praises 'steadying force' Slegers

Arsenal defender Emily Fox has praised the "steadying force" of interim manager Renee Slegers after reigniting confidence in the side following Jonas Eidevall's departure.

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Sources: Chelsea lead race to sign Naomi Girma

Chelsea are leading the race to sign San Diego Wave centre-back Naomi Girma, while Arsenal and Lyon are also interested in the United States women's national team star, sources have told ESPN.

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10dEmily Keogh

Ex-England captain Houghton wants WSL expansion

Former England captain Steph Houghton has called for more teams to be added to the Women's Super League [WSL] and hopes the competition does not stagnate, believing there is more to do to grow the game.

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Eidevall reignites Hayes spat: I'm 'disappointed'

Former Arsenal coach Jonas Eidevall has said he is "disappointed" Emma Hayes has not reached out to him since the pair's altercation during his side's 1-0 win over Chelsea in last season's League Cup final.