Match Performance Ratings: Key Players Shine Amidst Challenges

**Ayaka Yamashita (7/10):**
Yamashita made several crucial saves, particularly against Goodwin, and demonstrated composure with the ball at her feet. However, there were moments where she could have done more to prevent the home side’s equaliser.

**Kerstin Casparij (6/10):**
The right-back delivered a solid but unremarkable performance. She was occasionally caught out of position, which could have been detrimental to the team’s defensive structure.

**Jade Rose (6/10):**
In contrast to Knaak, who struggled with Goodwin, Rose effectively utilized her physicality to keep the opponent in check, showcasing a stronger defensive presence.

**Rebecca Knaak (4/10):**
Knaak’s performance was marred by an early clumsy foul on Goodwin and continued struggles to recover during London City’s surges, leaving her overall contribution lacking.

**Alex Greenwood (5/10):**
Greenwood may have given Godfrey too much room to strike, resulting in the equalising goal, highlighting a need for tighter defensive awareness.

**Laura Blindkilde (5/10):**
Blindkilde was responsible for losing possession leading to the equaliser, although she felt Asllani mishandled the ball. Her presence and influence in the match were not as pronounced as needed.

**Yui Hasegawa (7/10):**
Hasegawa stood out with vital interceptions during critical moments and displayed her quality when her team needed stability.

**Vivianne Miedema (8/10):**
The former Arsenal star provided a brilliant assist for City’s opening goal and played a significant role in the second, demonstrating her offensive prowess.

**Kerolin (9/10):**
Kerolin was undeniably the standout performer, using her speed and strength to trouble the home side consistently and finishing her goal with precision.

**Khadija Shaw (8/10):**
Shaw scored her 75th WSL goal with a vital winner for her team and effectively held up play, contributing to offensive efforts.

**Lauren Hemp (6/10):**
Hemp had a subdued game relative to her usual standards, as she was effectively contained by the opposition.

**Sam Coffey (7/10):**
Coffey made her debut off the bench and left a positive impression with her performance, suggesting a promising future.

**Iman Beney (N/A):**
Beney had too little time on the field to make a significant impact.

**Andree Jeglertz (7/10):**
Despite a less-than-perfect performance from his team, Jeglertz’s side found a way to win, showcasing the hallmark of champions by prevailing under pressure.