Putellas shines with first WSL goal in London City victory
In a thrilling encounter, Alexia Putellas scored her first goal in English football, leading the London City Lionesses to a 2-0 victory over Brighton in the Women's Super League. The two-time Ballon d'Or winner, who joined London City on a free transfer this summer, opened the scoring in the 29th minute with a precise strike from the edge of the box that found the bottom corner after Brighton failed to clear their lines.
The Lionesses continued to assert their dominance throughout the match, and they doubled their lead in the 92nd minute when Lucia Corrales tapped in a cross from Delphine Cascarino following a swift counter-attack. Brighton had their chances, notably when Emily Murphy's header struck the crossbar in the 35th minute, and Kiko Seike volleyed wide on the rebound, but they were unable to find the back of the net.
London City also came close to extending their lead when Freya Godfrey's header hit the crossbar in the 55th minute, but the home side controlled the game and secured their third win in four WSL matches, moving them just three points behind league leaders Manchester City.
Putellas, now 32, is regarded as one of the greatest players in women's football history, having won an impressive 38 trophies during her 14 years at Barcelona, including 10 league titles. Her experience and skill have already made a significant impact on her new team, as she has started every match this season for London City.
The Final Whistle
The match also highlighted Brighton's struggles, as they remain winless in the WSL this season, sitting in 10th place with only two points. The result underscores the challenges facing the Seagulls as they seek to turn their fortunes around in the league.
As Putellas continues to find her footing in the Women's Super League, her performance against Brighton serves as a reminder of her exceptional talent and the potential she brings to London City. With her leadership and skill, the Lionesses are poised to make a strong push for the top of the table as the season progresses.
