Manchester City’s ability to rotate players has been central to opening up a nine-point lead over Chelsea
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n recent WSL seasons squad depth has become increasingly decisive in winning the league. Success is no longer guaranteed by the best players but by squads able to sustain performance over a long campaign.
Manchester City’s ability to rotate players has been central to their momentum at the top and contributions from players beyond the starting XI increasingly define the competition. City are nine points ahead of Chelsea going into Sunday’s game against them.
Several WSL sides are challenging for multiple trophies, meaning a crowded fixture list. Fatigue, injuries and reduced intensity are now structural challenges rather than occasional setbacks.
