WSL round-up: Chelsea go top as Irish international on the move

Ruesha Littlejohn, right, in action for Ireland in a UEFA Women's 2021 European Championships qualifier. Littlejohn has joined Birmingham City until the end of the season

Ruesha Littlejohn, right, in action for Ireland in a UEFA Women's 2021 European Championships qualifier. Littlejohn has joined Birmingham City until the end of the season

In the big Women's Super League clash of the weekend, reigning champions Chelsea overtook Manchester United at the top with a 2-1 win. Goals from Pernille Harder and Fran Kirby earned the Blues victory.

United had equalised via a stunning goal from substitute Lauren James.

Elsewhere, Ireland goalkeeper Grace Moloney was in fine form as Reading held Arsenal to a 1-1 draw. Vivianne Miedema eventually salvaged a point for Arsenal after Lauren Bruton's opener.

Meanwhile, Ireland women's international Ruesha Littlejohn has joined Birmingham City until the end of the season, having left Leicester City.

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