Girma pokes Chelsea into extra-time lead as Blues bounce back from late leveller
Published on Monday, 23 February 2026 at 3:57 am
Naomi Girma prodded Chelsea in front deep into extra time, tilting the Adobe Women’s FA Cup fifth-round tie to 2-1 over Manchester United and putting the Blues within touching distance of the quarter-finals. The decisive strike came after the visitors had clawed their way level late in regulation, only for Girma to respond instantly when it mattered most, steering her side back in front and reviving hope of a prolonged cup run at Kingsmeadow.
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Source: eurosport_com
