LEIGH, England -- Manchester United have edged the door open in the Women's Super League (WSL) title race, holding reigning champions Chelsea to a hard-fought 1-1 draw that signals a shift in power -- however slight -- at the top of the table.

While the season is still young, United's performance suggests the title could be closer than ever. Chelsea, dominant with six consecutive WSL titles, have built their legacy on ruthless consistency. But on Friday, they were forced to settle for a share of the spoils.

It wasn't until December last season when they slipped up and dropped points, cracking the door open for other teams who ultimately failed to close the gap. That opportunity has come far sooner this season.

This was not just a well-earned point for Manchester United; it was a

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