WSL roundup: Leaders Manchester City stumble at Villa as Arsenal close on second

City held to goalless draw at Villa Park

Arsenal win 2-0 away at London City Lionesses

Runaway leaders Manchester City stuttered in their quest to move closer to the Women’s Super League title as they were held to a frustrating goalless draw at lowly Aston Villa.

Andrée Jeglertz’s side looked disjointed on their return from the international break and the home side had the better chances to take the lead in a dominant first-half display.

Olivia Smith and substitute Stina Blackstenius fired Arsenal to within two points of second-placed Manchester United in a 2-0 victory at London City Lionesses.