Beth Mead inspired Arsenal to a first away victory at Chelsea since 2018 with the Gunners winning 2-0 at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea’s pursuit of another Women’s Super League title took a serious hit as Arsenal delivered a sharp, controlled 2-0 win at Stamford Bridge, with Beth Mead at the heart of everything.

On Saturday, Arsenal beat Chelsea in the Women's Super League for first time since 2018-19, thanks to goals from Beth Mead and Mariona Caldentey. The result moved the Gunners within one point of their London rivals, with Chelsea missing the chance to close the gap on leaders Manchester City.

Ahead of Manchester United’s trip to Arsenal on Sunday afternoon, Wayne Rooney triggered debate when asked how Mikel Arteta’s team would fare against the United side of 2007-08, which won the Premier League and Champions League.

Chelsea's hopes of winning a seventh Women's Super League title in a row suffered a devastating blow on Saturday when Beth Mead scored one goal and made a second in a 2-0 away win for Arsenal.

Arsenal hold an interest in Real Madrid defender Victor Valdepenas, who made his senior debut for the Spanish side this season. Well-placed sources have told BBC Sport the 19-year-old has been heavily scouted in recent months with a view to go for a future move for the central-back.

Arsenal’s hopes of wrenching the Women’s Super League crown from Chelsea will be tested against the Blues on Saturday.

Jurrien Timber has been deputising at left-back in Calafiori and Hincapie's absence but their returns provide a boost for Arteta's side.

Watch BBC One coverage, follow live text commentary, score updates and match stats as Chelsea host Arsenal in the Women's Super League.

Mikel Arteta has challenged Arsenal supporters to create "more energy and more positiveness" in the club's pursuit of a first Premier League title in 22 years.