The WSL strugglers lost 9-0 to their Continental League Cup final opponents in September but have suddenly found form

Any team that had conceded 14 goals in their past two games against their next opponents would be forgiven for being hesitant about facing that team again. With the Bristol City duo Carla Humphrey and Sophie Baggaley, however, there is a somewhat infectious confidence and belief.

Chelsea beat Bristol City 9-0 in September, then 5-0 in February, and now the two teams take on each other in the Continental League Cup final on Sunday. “We’re looking to go and win,” says Humphrey, a midfielder. ”Obviously we know we’re the underdog going into the game but we’re all excited and want to perform on that stage.”

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