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Terland strikes late as United end Manchester City’s winning start in WSL

At long last, a weakness has been spotted. Finally, the 100% winning start ends for Manchester City, much to the pleasure of Manchester United, who struck late through Elisabeth Terland to claim a point in a well-contested and at times…

By Tom Garry · The Guardian

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 8:38 PM

Key Things to Know

Elisabeth Terland scored late as Manchester United drew 1-1 to end Manchester City's winning WSL start.
Khadija Shaw scored the opening goal for Manchester City in her 100th Women's Super League appearance.
The 1-1 result dropped Manchester City to second place in the table behind Chelsea on goal difference.

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Elisabeth Terland scored a late equalizer to secure a 1-1 draw for Manchester United against Manchester City, ending the defending champions' 100% winning start to the WSL season. Khadija Shaw had initially broken the deadlock with her 91st WSL goal in the second half. Terland capitalized on a loose ball in the penalty area to earn United a hard-fought point.

The draw moved United up to fourth place, while City fell to second on goal difference behind Chelsea. United manager Eva Olid praised her team's progress and fight, claiming her side deserved to win, while City manager Andrée Jeglertz urged calm despite dropping points.

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Terland strikes late as United end Manchester City’s winning start in WSL

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