Nick Cushing expressed disappointment as Manchester City missed a chance to close the gap on their rivals in the Women’s Super League.
They drew 1-1 with Everton, failing to capitalise on Manchester United’s earlier draw with West Ham. Kerstin Casparij put City ahead early, but Karen Holmgaard equalised before halftime, leaving City unable to secure the win.
Cushing acknowledged that Manchester United’s result had opened a door for City. He said, “Manchester United opened the door a little bit for us.” However, he also recognised the challenge due to team conditions and limited bench options. The inability to score a second goal was crucial, as it meant settling for one point instead of three.
Meanwhile, Aston Villa improved their survival chances with a dramatic late win over Tottenham. Kirsty Hanson scored in stoppage time after coming off the bench. Villa had initially taken the lead through Anna Patten and Ebony Salmon but were pegged back by Jess Naz and Ella Morris before Hanson’s decisive goal.
The Holmgaard twins played a pivotal role in denying City victory. Sara Holmgaard assisted her sister Karen’s equaliser, continuing their effective partnership. This marked Sara’s third consecutive assist for Karen’s goals in the league. City’s recent form has been challenging, with only one win in their last five matches across all competitions.
Aston Villa’s recent success contrasts sharply with Tottenham’s struggles. Villa secured back-to-back wins in the league for the first time since January 2024. In contrast, Spurs have suffered seven defeats in their last eight games across all competitions.
The draw leaves Manchester City still trailing behind their rivals with limited games remaining. Despite opportunities presented by other teams’ results, they couldn’t fully take advantage of them this time around. The focus now shifts to upcoming matches where they hope to improve their standing in the league table.
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As the season progresses, both Manchester City and Aston Villa will aim to build on their performances. City seeks consistency to climb higher in the standings, while Villa hopes to maintain momentum and secure safety from relegation threats.