Everton secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Liverpool in the Women’s Super League, lifting themselves off the bottom of the table. The match was marked by controversy as the hosts were awarded a penalty for a foul on Japan midfielder Honoka Hayashi, which replays indicated occurred outside the penalty area. Katja Snoeijs successfully converted the penalty in the 41st minute, marking Everton's first win of the season amid a challenging campaign plagued by injuries. The decision left Liverpool frustrated, as they struggled to comprehend the awarding of the spot-kick in such contentious circumstances.