Aston Villa Women's spirited display halted Manchester City's march to the WSL title as the two teams played out a 0-0 draw at Villa Park. The result extends City's lead at the top of the table to nine points, having played a game more than nearest challengers Manchester United and Chelsea.
What happened?
Villa were much the better side in the first half, with City goalkeeper Khiara Keating forced to make a number of smart saves to keep the scores level. Keating, starting a league game for just the third time this season, was grateful when Chasity Grant's shot beat her but came back off the post.
Why it matters for Aston Villa Women
The result is a welcome boost for Villa, who had lost five games in a row and shipped seven at home in their last match. The team's spirited display was a testament to their resilience and determination.
What comes next?
For City, the result is a setback, but they remain in a dominant position at the top of the table. With only five WSL games remaining, their advantage at the summit is such that even if Chelsea and United - and fourth-placed Arsenal - win their games in hand, Jeglertz's team will still be in a dominant position.
