Chelsea edge past West Ham to reclaim top spot

Chelsea reclaimed the top spot in the Women's Super League after a nervy 2-0 victory against West Ham.

In a thrilling first half, West Ham almost went ahead within 20 seconds through Viviane Asseyi's header, but Chelsea swiftly responded with a goal just two minutes later. 

Lauren James received a precise through ball in the penalty area and delivered a clever cutback for Agnes Beever-Jones to score from close range.

West Ham felt hard done by when Honoka Hayashi's goal was disallowed for offside, despite replays indicating that she was onside. However, with no VAR in the Women's Super League, the referee's decision stood.

Kirsty Smith and Viviane Asseyi missed clear chances for the hosts, who couldn't find the target with any of their eight shots on goal.

Chelsea struggled to seal the win until late in the game when Erin Cuthbert scored a second goal with just two minutes remaining.

With this victory, Emma Hayes' side moved ahead of Manchester City on goal difference with five matches left to play as they continue their pursuit of a potential quadruple.