Manuel Ugarte could be handed a start in midfield after shaking off a recent knock. The Uruguayan was only named on the bench against Sociedad but is in contention to replace Casemiro, who Amorim admitted was “tired” following a demanding run of fixtures.

Crystal Palace were promoted to replace Bristol City in the top flight, while on a wider note, the league is now under the management and operation of a new organisation set up to lead women's football towards further growth and progression, with Nikki Doucet overseeing both the WSL and Championship in a new phase for the game.

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