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If this was a test of Manchester United’s title credentials, they fell short - but only just.
Chelsea edged a game dominated by mistakes but it was the quality of Sam Kerr and Lauren James that made the difference.
Their two goals in four second half minutes put the Blues 2-0 ahead before Alessia Russo’s strike gave United a glimmer of hope with 20 minutes to go.
Sam Kerr (left) scored the opener for Chelsea during their 3-1 win over Manchester United
Lauren James (pictured) followed up with the Blues' second four minutes after Kerr's strike
But as the hosts pushed forward for an equaliser, they left themselves exposed and Erin Cuthbert wrapped up the points with a deflected strike in added time.
The difference between these two sides is the depth and experience. Chelsea, Women’s Super League champions three years running, have it in abundance. United are catching up, but they are not there - yet.
This closely fought contest showed there is reason for Marc Skinner to be optimistic about his side’s top three chances but a title challenge looks a tough ask.
Alessia Russo (left) pulled one back for Manchester United with 20 minutes left to play
Only United and Arsenal had won every game before this weekend’s round of fixtures and the Gunners, who beat bottom-of-the-table Leicester
