The new Women's Super League marks the start of a new era for reigning champions Chelsea, with long-serving boss Emma Hayes having departed in summer to start a new adventure with the USA Women's team.
Last year they just about did enough to claim the title on goal difference ahead of Manchester City, while Arsenal will again hope to make it a three-horse race for the WSL title. Meanwhile Liverpool, Manchester United and Tottenham will hope to progress after further rebuilding this summer.
Crystal Palace were promoted to replace Bristol City in the top flight, while on a wider note, the league is now under the management and operation of a new organisation set up to lead women's football towards further growth and progression, with Nikki Doucet overseeing both the WSL and Championship in a new phase for the game.
Follow the live action below as Tottenham Hotspur face Crystal Palace today in the WSL:
Tottenham Hotspur WFC 1 - 0 Crystal Palace Women FC
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:48
Foul by Mille Gejl (Crystal Palace Women).
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:48
Attempt saved. Hayley Raso (Tottenham Hotspur Women) left footed shot from the centre of the box is saved in the centre of the goal. Assisted by Amanda Nildén.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:48
Fourth official has announced 5 minutes of added time.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:45
Attempt saved. Martha Thomas (Tottenham Hotspur Women) left footed shot from the centre of the box is saved in the centre of the goal. Assisted by Drew Spence with a through ball.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:45
Foul by Drew Spence (Tottenham Hotspur Women).
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:40
Foul by Lexi Potter (Crystal Palace Women).
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:38
Attempt missed. Josie Green (Crystal Palace Women) header from the right side of the box is close, but misses to the left. Assisted by Ashleigh Weerden with a cross.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:36
Attempt blocked. Hayley Raso (Tottenham Hotspur Women) right footed shot from the right side of the box is blocked. Assisted by Eveliina Summanen.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:33
Foul by Annabel Blanchard (Crystal Palace Women).
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:31
Corner, Crystal Palace Women. Conceded by Clare Hunt.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:30
Corner, Crystal Palace Women. Conceded by Clare Hunt.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:30
Corner, Crystal Palace Women. Conceded by Ashleigh Neville.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:24
Corner, Crystal Palace Women. Conceded by Amanda Nildén.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:22
Martha Thomas (Tottenham Hotspur Women) wins a free kick in the attacking half.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:20
Goal! Tottenham Hotspur Women 1, Crystal Palace Women 0. Hayley Raso (Tottenham Hotspur Women) right footed shot from the right side of the box to the bottom left corner. Assisted by Eveliina Summanen following a fast break.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:19
Attempt saved. Drew Spence (Tottenham Hotspur Women) left footed shot from outside the box is saved in the top centre of the goal. Assisted by Jessica Naz.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:18
Attempt saved. Hayley Raso (Tottenham Hotspur Women) right footed shot from the right side of the box is saved in the top centre of the goal.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:14
Hayley Raso (Tottenham Hotspur Women) wins a free kick in the attacking half.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:14
Delay over. They are ready to continue.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:14
Delay in match because of an injury Amanda Nildén (Tottenham Hotspur Women).
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:08
Molly Bartrip (Tottenham Hotspur Women) wins a free kick in the defensive half.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:07
Foul by Katie Stengel (Crystal Palace Women).
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:04
Offside, Tottenham Hotspur Women. Hayley Raso is caught offside.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:04
Attempt missed. Maite Oroz (Tottenham Hotspur Women) left footed shot from the left side of the box misses to the right following a set piece situation.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:04
Jessica Naz (Tottenham Hotspur Women) wins a free kick on the right wing.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
14:01
First Half begins.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
13:30
Lineups are announced and players are warming up.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Crystal Palace
12:00
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