Chelsea Edge Out Man City in Dramatic Women's League Cup Semi-Final
Hard-Fought Battle Ends in Thrilling Draw
In a dramatic and eventful match at Joie Stadium, Chelsea Women secured a hard-earned 1-1 draw against Manchester City Women in the first leg of their Women's League Cup semi-final on Saturday.
Red Card Drama
The match took a surprising turn in the 34th minute when Manchester City's Alanna Kennedy received a controversial red card. The decision left City down to 10 players, putting them at a significant disadvantage.
Chelsea's Late Surge
Despite the numerical advantage, Chelsea struggled to break down City's resilient defense. However, in the dying embers of the match, Chelsea finally applied sustained pressure. With Manchester City down to eight players due to injuries, Guro Reiten capitalized on the chaos and fired home a vital equalizer in the 96th minute.
Remaining Players:
Manchester City's Alex Greenwood was also sent off in the second half, leaving their team to finish the match with just nine players. Chelsea's Jessie Fleming missed a late penalty, adding to the drama of the encounter.
Second Leg Awaits
With the score level at 1-1, the second leg of the semi-final will take place at Chelsea's Kingsmeadow Stadium on January 5, 2024. Chelsea, who are the defending champions, will be aiming to secure a place in their third consecutive League Cup final.
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