Chelsea’s dreams of a historic quadruple remain alive after a thrilling 2-1 victory over Liverpool. Highlights of the thrilling contest, which was held at Kingsmeadow in the Women’s FA Cup semi-final. The win not only keeps Chelsea’s aspirations alive but guarantees their place in next month’s final at Wembley.
What an incredible match that turned out to be! The Bloggers’ Ball were a bit stunned when Liverpool took an early lead with Olivia Smith scoring a low short. Though Chelsea controlled most of the play and created plenty of scoring opportunities, Liverpool took advantage of their one chance, catching Chelsea flat-footed.
Chelsea came storming back right before the half, as England’s teammate Erin Cuthbert scored the equalizer with a powerful shot to the far post. This important equalizer changed the momentum in favor of Chelsea going into the break.
As the second half got underway, it was clear Chelsea was set on not letting this match slip away. Millie Bright made a crucial defensive block to deny Olivia Smith a second goal, demonstrating Chelsea’s resolve to fight back. In the resulting corner, it was just inches for Grace Fisk as she almost put the Hammers ahead, her volley flying over the crossbar.
Chelsea was undeterred, maintaining the pressure with a blistering start to the second half. Within the first few minutes, Cuthbert curled in a dangerous looking corner kick. It discovered Nathalie Bjorn, who was unable to finish but forced Liverpool into panic stations defensively. The visitors’ goalkeeper, Rachael Laws, was forced into a busy afternoon with two stunning saves keeping the game level. She parried away a cross from Lucy Bronze before almost immediately reacting to deny Aggie Beever-Jones’ close-range effort.
As the match went on, one thing was clear. Chelsea’s aggressive pursuit of a winning goal was a priority. They were always dangerous from set pieces, with Laws having to palm away a dipping delivery from Sandy Baltimore. It was in stoppage time that Chelsea settled this match.
And just like that, Aggie Beever-Jones was the hero of the night! She beautifully redirected the ball past Laws after a terrific cross from Baltimore. This stunning late goal was a real game winner ⚽️. That jubilation turned to rapture as the team booked their place at Wembley for the final.
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