Kerr's double on first Chelsea start in almost two years seals rout

Chelsea breezed past Austrian outfit St Pölten to seal their second Women's Champions League victory of the campaign.

- Sophie Downey

Two goals from Catarina Macario, a finish from Wieke Kaptein, a double for Sam Kerr on her return to the starting lineup and an unfortunate Lisa Ebert own goal moved them up to second at the halfway stage of the league phase.

There was no doubt that Bompastor's side were coming into this as heavy favourites with evident disparities between the two. While both have dominated their domestic leagues in recent years - St Pölten have lifted the ÖFB-Frauenliga 10 times in the last decade; Chelsea have won eight WSL titles in the same time - the difference in resource, investment and experience in Europe is stark. While the English champions have reached the semifinals of the competition for the last three seasons, the Austrians have to go back to November 2022 for their last win in Europe.

The star quality of the Blues' squad is no secret as they remain unbeaten in all competitions despite a stuttering start to their Champions League campaign. A confident win against Paris FC last time out, however, banished the nerves after an opening day draw with FC Twente.