“United found themselves a new owner” — Fans TROLL Manchester United as Chelsea women’s star Lauren James stuns former club with hat trick

Chelsea women’s team star Lauren James netted an impressive hat-trick against her former club Manchester United, that allowed Chelsea to take a three-point lead at the top of the Women’s Super League table.

One of the rising stars of the England women’s national team, the 22-year-old started her football career at Arsenal, before moving to United in 2018, where she made 56 appearances and scored 28 goals. She eventually moved to Chelsea in 2021, scoring seven goals in 12 appearances this season. Manchester United faced a setback in their title aspirations with a 3-1 defeat to Chelsea, marked by Lauren’s second-ever hat-trick at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea fans celebrated as the club led the race for the WSL title.

The England player scored early in the fifth minute, beating goalkeeper Mary Earps after a corner. Nathalie Bjorn then assisted James for the second goal with a skillful half-volley at a tight angle in the 23rd minute. United’s Hayley Ladd scored before halftime, giving them hope. However, James secured a remarkable goal in the 85th minute, sealing her Player of the Match performance.

The victory was important for Chelsea as third-placed Arsenal edged out Everton on Saturday and second-placed Manchester City thrashed Liverpool 5-1 in another match. Lauren is coincidentally the sister of Chelsea men’s team skipper, Reece James.

Netizens react to Lauren James’ hat trick in Chelsea women’s 3-1 win over Man United

Internet users and football fans trolled Manchester United women for derailing their title hopes, after they suffered a 3-1 defeat to WSL leaders, Chelsea, owing to an outstanding performance by former Red Devils star, Lauren James. James struck a superb hat-trick and was announced Player of the Match.

Chelsea women’s win delighted supporters, securing their lead in the WSL. One fan humorously suggested Lauren James as United’s new owner, expressing disappointment in their performance. Another pointed out Chelsea’s expected success, citing their unbeaten record in the last 20 home games.

Some of the fans’ reactions have been shared:

A Chelsea fan urged the men’s team to allow Lauren to play for them, claiming that she is better than the duo of Raheem Sterling and Nicolas Jackson, who have failed to perform for the club this season. Fans emphasized the desire for the men’s team to emulate the success of the women’s team.

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