Chelsea Women extended their unbeaten start to the season with a 2-0 victory over Roma in the Women's Champions League, securing two wins and a draw from their opening three league-phase matches.
Goals from substitute Ellie Carpenter and defender Kadeisha Buchanan sealed the win at Plough Lane, leaving Sonia Bompastor's side without a conceded goal in their European campaign so far.
The Blues also sit top of the Women's Super League alongside Manchester City after seven games, marking a sharp turnaround from last season when they lost both the WSL and FA Cup titles and exited the Champions League at the quarter-final stage.
Bompastor praised her team's adaptability and defensive solidity, noting that the squad has found different ways to win while rotating effectively between competitions.
Captain Erin Cuthbert said the group has built strong momentum during pre-season and believes the team has reached a higher level, crediting improved culture and mentality alongside tactical progress.
Key players such as Lauren James, Keira Walsh, and young midfielder Lexi Potter have been instrumental, while goalkeeper Hannah Hampton's distribution adds a direct attacking dimension.
The victory over Roma echoed the gritty wins characteristic of the Emma Hayes era, suggesting Chelsea have learned from last season's disappointments and are again contenders on all fronts.
