Chelsea Women’s Historic Unbeaten Run Comes to an End

The End of an Era: Chelsea Women’s WSL Defeat

Chelsea Women’s remarkable 34-game unbeaten run in the Women’s Super League came to an abrupt end on December 7, 2025, when they suffered a 1-0 defeat at home to Everton at Kingsmeadow. The loss marked the Blues’ first WSL defeat since Liverpool’s 4-3 victory during Emma Hayes’ final season at the club in 2024.

The significance of this result extends beyond the pitch, as it represents a turning point in what had been a near-perfect campaign under manager Sonia Bompastor. The defeat leaves Chelsea six points behind league leaders Manchester City in the WSL, potentially altering the dynamics of the title race.

A Frustrating Performance Despite Dominance

Despite dominating possession and creating 30 attempts on goal, Chelsea were unable to break down a resilient Everton defence. The Blues hit the crossbar three times and the post twice, with Everton goalkeeper Courtney Brosnan producing an exceptional performance.

Manager Bompastor expressed her frustration after the match, acknowledging that her side needed to be more efficient and clinical in front of goal. The manager emphasised that whilst the statistics and performance suggested Chelsea created enough opportunities to win, the team struggled with finishing chances.

Season Context and European Ambitions

Before this setback, Chelsea had completed a historic unbeaten domestic treble last season, becoming the first English women’s team since Arsenal in 2000-01 to achieve this feat. Bompastor is now attempting to retain the Women’s Super League title after lifting the trophy during her first season in charge.

The team remains active on multiple fronts. In European competition, Chelsea ended a run of three consecutive defeats to Barcelona with a 1-1 draw in the Women’s Champions League, demonstrating their resilience on the continental stage.

Looking Ahead: Challenges and Opportunities

The defeat serves as a wake-up call for Chelsea Women as they navigate a demanding season. With key players returning from international duty and injuries affecting squad depth, Bompastor faces important decisions about squad rotation and tactical adjustments.

For supporters and neutral observers alike, this result proves that the Women’s Super League remains highly competitive. Whilst Chelsea have been dominant, teams like Everton have shown that determination and organisation can overcome statistical superiority. As the season progresses, how Chelsea respond to this setback will define whether they can reclaim their position at the summit of English women’s football.