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Chelsea Women Beat Austria Wien 1-0 in UWCL Opener
Wieke Kaptein's winner secures Chelsea Women's Women's Champions League start
In brief
Wieke Kaptein's winner secures Chelsea Women's Women's Champions League start Chelsea Women won 1-0 against Austria Wien Women with a goal from Wieke Kaptein Originally reported by Sky Sports.
Kaptein scores winner
Wieke Kaptein scored a stunning goal in the 12th minute to give Chelsea Women a 1-0 lead against Austria Wien Women.
“Kaptein latches on to a loose ball and unleashes a rasping effort which hits the underside of the bar and goes in!”
Keira Walsh injury
Keira Walsh was forced off injured after 20 minutes, a potential blow for Chelsea ahead of Sunday's WSL game with Arsenal.
“Enforced early substitution for Chelsea as Walsh has to come off with some kind of knock. Potter on to replace her.”
Key moments
The game featured several close calls including a near goal from Louise Schoffel and a shot from Modesta Uka hitting the post.
“Schoffel glides away from a couple of Chelsea players and her shot is only just wide!”
Chelsea's defense
Chelsea Women's defense held firm despite a dangerous moment when goalkeeper Livia Peng fumbled a shot from a short corner routine.
“Livia Peng fumbled a shot from a short corner routine, palming the ball back out into danger from where Virginia Kirchberger hoisted it over the bar.”
Match result
Chelsea Women won 1-0 against Austria Wien Women in their Women's Champions League opener.
“Chelsea beat Austria Wien 1-0 in their Women's Champions League opener”
Next match
Chelsea Women will face Arsenal Women in the WSL on Sunday, with Keira Walsh's injury a concern.
“Keira Walsh was forced off injured after 20 minutes, a potential blow for Chelsea ahead of Sunday's WSL game with Arsenal.”
What to remember
Chelsea Women won 1-0 against Austria Wien Women with a goal from Wieke Kaptein
