Alessia Russo was the stand-out in terms of chances, twice seeing her powerful shots narrowly miss the target or blocked by United’s defence. Defender Millie Turner had to be alert to danger and made a key goal-line block for a dangerous header from Arsenal’s Steph Catley.

Crystal Palace were promoted to replace Bristol City in the top flight, while on a wider note, the league is now under the management and operation of a new organisation set up to lead women's football towards further growth and progression, with Nikki Doucet overseeing both the WSL and Championship in a new phase for the game.