Arsenal defeated Manchester City 1-0 at the Emirates, punishing the leaders for their lack of cutting edge. City manager Andrée Jeglertz admitted his side's decision-making was not ideal, despite dominating territory with 22 touches in the box. City remain eight points clear at the top, with a game in hand for Arsenal, but their lead looks secure.
Chelsea got back on track with a 2-0 win over Tottenham, after a week of speculation about manager Sonia Bompastor's future ended with a new contract. Bompastor was defiant, saying she knows her competence and does her best for the club. Keira Walsh's goal just before half-time proved decisive, as Chelsea showed their clinical edge.
Manchester United continued their solid run with a 2-0 victory over Leicester. Manager Marc Skinner hailed the depth of his squad, with substitutes like Elisabeth Terland making an impact. Julia Zigiotti Olme scored early, and Terland added a late goal to seal the win. United are second, eight points behind City.
Everton secured back-to-back wins for the first time in nearly two years, beating London City Lionesses 1-0. Goalkeeper Courtney Brosnan impressed again, while Inma Gabarro scored on her second start since returning from a ruptured ACL. The win came despite a turbulent week after the sacking of Brian Sørensen.
Aston Villa's defensive woes continued as they lost 4-0 to Liverpool, with goals from Mia Enderby, Martha Thomas, Grace Fisk and Aurelie Csillag. Villa have conceded 29 goals this season, only West Ham have let in more. Manager Natalia Arroyo was disappointed with the poor start, and they have not kept a clean sheet since November.
