USWNT Abroad: Thompson helps Chelsea; Tullis-Joyce steady for United

Alyssa Thompson’s weekend lacked a signature goal but still mattered. Chelsea beat Liverpool 2-0 to move into third in the Women’s Super League, one point behind Manchester United and four clear of Arsenal. Thompson influenced the attack despite fewer finishes, while Lauren James scored both goals and dictated the match.

Cat Macario has not featured for Chelsea for several weeks and has been linked with moves to Barcelona and the San Diego Wave as her contract nears its end. The Guardian reported she turned down a contract extension; Chelsea coach Sonia Bompastor said Macario is unavailable due to injury, is not in the Champions League squad, and is being assessed weekly.

Manchester United recorded their seventh straight win across all competitions, rallying to beat London City Lionesses 2-1 and claim their 10th league victory. Goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce recovered from an early distribution mistake, asserted control in the box and helped steady United as Jess Park and Millie Turner turned the match.

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