However, the pair could be given a helping hand by the teams, particularly Arsenal and Aston Villa, still remaining in European competition. That’s because the Premier League needs just one more victory from one of their clubs left in continental competition to confirm fifth spot in the division as a Champions League qualifier.

Chelsea and Manchester City meet in the Women’s Cup final to kick off a run of four clashes between the teams in just 12 days. The first silverware of the season is up for grabs at Pride Park in Derby as Chelsea look to get over the line after three consecutive defeats in the Women’s League final and City aim to win their first trophy since last winning this competition three years ago.

With both sides dealing with injury crisis, their respective lineups for a Women’s League Cup final might not be what their managers had in mind in a perfect scenario. But they