Emma Hayes bids a fitting farewell to Chelsea as she secures her seventh Women’s Super League (WSL) title.
The Blues needed to match or surpass Manchester City’s performance against Aston Villa to clinch the title, and they surpassed expectations with a resounding 6-0 triumph over Manchester United at Old Trafford.
Despite Manchester City's 2-1 victory, Chelsea secured the title based on goal difference.
Chelsea’s all-time leading goal scorer, Fran Kirby, scored the sixth goal in her final appearance for the club.
United icon Sir Alex Ferguson will be dismayed by the Red Devils' performance, particularly the lopsided scoreline.
Hayes, who announced her departure in November, concludes her remarkable 12-year tenure at Chelsea on a triumphant note.
She will now assume the helm of the US Women’s National Team.
This title victory marks Chelsea’s fifth consecutive league triumph under her stewardship.
Throughout her illustrious stint at Chelsea, Hayes has also captured five Women’s FA Cups, two Women’s League Cups, and a Women’s Community Shield.