Mayra Ramirez led Chelsea to a 6-0 victory over Manchester United, securing their fifth consecutive Women’s Super League title. This win marked a triumphant farewell for manager Emma Hayes, who has spent 12 years with the club. Hayes will now be coaching the U.S. women’s team as they head to the Paris Olympics. During her time at Chelsea, Hayes has earned 15 major trophies, including seven WSL titles. The victory over Manchester United solidified Chelsea’s position at the top of the table, ahead of Manchester City on goal difference.
Both Chelsea and Manchester City were level on points heading into the final round of games, but Chelsea’s dominant performance ensured they would come out on top. The Chelsea fans were reassured of their victory as Ramirez scored in the second minute of the match. Additional goals from Johanna Rytting Kaneryd, Sjoeke Nüsken, and Ramirez again gave Chelsea a comfortable 4-0 lead at halftime. Second-half goals from Melanie Leupolz and Fran Kirby, in her last game for the club, sealed the 6-0 win and their fifth consecutive title.
Despite their success in the league, Chelsea fell short in their pursuit of a quadruple of trophies this season. They were defeated by Arsenal in the WSL Cup final, knocked out by Manchester United in the FA Cup semifinals, and eliminated by Barcelona in the Women’s Champions League semifinals. Despite these setbacks, the team’s performance in the league was consistently strong, ultimately leading to their fifth straight title win.
Hayes’ departure from Chelsea comes at a high point in her career, having achieved great success during her tenure with the club. The move to coach the U.S. women’s team represents a new chapter for Hayes, as she takes on the challenge of leading the national team. The timing of her departure coincides with the Americans’ preparation for the Paris Olympics, adding an extra layer of excitement to this transition for Hayes.
As fans of the U.S. women’s team look forward to Hayes’ leadership, they can also enjoy the success she has had with Chelsea. Her impact on the club has been significant, with 15 major trophies won during her time as manager. The victory over Manchester United in her final game at Chelsea was a fitting sendoff for Hayes, as she looks ahead to the next chapter in her coaching career. Following her successful tenure at Chelsea, Hayes’ move to the U.S. women’s team represents a new challenge and opportunity for her to continue making her mark on the world of women’s football.
The news of Hayes’ departure and her new role with the U.S. women’s team adds an exciting dynamic to the upcoming Paris Olympics. With Hayes at the helm, fans can expect a competitive and ambitious approach from the American team as they aim for success in the tournament. Hayes’ track record of success at Chelsea suggests that she is well-equipped to lead the U.S. women’s team to further achievements on the international stage, making her transition to this new role a highly anticipated development in the world of women’s football.
