The Women's Super League (WSL) roared back into action today, January 11, 2026, after the winter break, with a series of exciting matchups. All eyes were on Manchester City and Chelsea as they looked to capitalize on Arsenal and Manchester United's 0-0 draw the previous day and extend their lead at the top of the table.

Manchester City hosted Everton at the Joie Stadium. City, who are looking like strong contenders for the title, aimed to continue their winning streak. In an earlier match, back in March 2024, Manchester City secured a 2-1 victory over Everton, with goals from Khadija 'Bunny' Shaw and Lauren Hemp. However, Everton has proven to be a tough opponent, and were determined to start the new year with a positive result.

Chelsea faced West Ham, with team news indicating a strong starting lineup for the Blues. The lineup included Hampton, Carpenter, Bright, Buurman, Girma, Baltimore, Nüsken, Cuthbert, Kaneryd, Thompson, and James. The substitutes bench was equally impressive, featuring Spencer, Peng, Reiten, Kaptein, Kerr, Bronze, Potter, Sarwie, and Shooter. West Ham's starting eleven comprised Szemik, Morgan, Endo, Nyström, Hanshaw, Belloumou, Siren, Gorry, Ueki, Asseyi, and Martinez, with Walsh, Csiki, Brasero, Wandeler, Cascarino, Houssein, Taylor-Brown, Cemal, and Piubel as substitutes.

Other notable WSL fixtures today included Tottenham v Leicester City, Aston Villa v Brighton, and Liverpool v London City Lionesses. Tottenham, under the guidance of coach Martin Ho, hoped to continue their positive momentum against Leicester. Liverpool, meanwhile, were seeking their first WSL win of the season in their match against London City Lionesses.

The match between Arsenal and Manchester United the previous day ended in a goalless draw, with Arsenal's Jayde Riviere receiving a red card.

With the FA Cup third round also taking place, football fans had a packed Sunday schedule.