Injury worry for Leanne Kiernan as Liverpool shock Chelsea, Saoirse Noonan scores twice

The Ireland striker helped earn Durham a first win of the Championship campaign

DURHAM, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 18: Saoirse Noonan of Durham celebrates after scoring their side's first goal during the Barclays FA Women's Championship match between Durham Women and Blackburn Ladies at Maiden Castle Sports Park on September 18, 2022 in Durham, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Republic of Ireland star Niamh Fahey shone as Liverpool enjoyed a perfect return to the WSL, shocking champions Chelsea 2-1 with two penalties from Katie Stengel in the second half.

Chelsea had the perfect start with a penalty of their own from Fran Kirby inside two minutes, but Liverpool battled back with captain Fahey defiant as Chelsea piled the pressure on.