Late Terland strike earns Manchester United a draw with Manchester City in WSL derby, ending City's winning start

Summary

Manchester United came from behind to draw with Manchester City in a WSL derby that ended City's 100% winning start to the season. Khadija "Bunny" Shaw put City ahead with a second-half strike, her 91st WSL goal in her 100th appearance in the division, which appeared to settle the game and keep the defending champions top of the table. Elisabeth Terland then struck late for United to claim a point in a well-contested, at times breathless, match. Mary Fowler provided an assist for City.

Timeline

1. The Guardian

   25 Oct 2026, 20:38 UTCSource ↗

   Elisabeth Terland struck late for Manchester United to claim a point in the WSL derby, ending Manchester City's 100% winning start, after Khadija "Bunny" Shaw's second-half goal had appeared to settle the match.

2. ABC

   25 Oct 2026, 23:31 UTCSource ↗

   Manchester City lost its 100% winning start to the WSL season in a furious derby draw with Manchester United, with Mary Fowler providing an assist.