# Manchester City Women’s Super League Opener Ends in Victory Thanks to Jill Roord’s Debut Goal
Manchester City Women opened their Women’s Super League season with a 2-0 victory over West Ham, with Jill Roord scoring on her debut for the club. Despite being down to 10 players for much of the match, Manchester City were able to secure the win, with Roord’s goal proving to be the difference maker.
## Roord Scores on Debut to Secure Victory for Manchester City
Jill Roord made an immediate impact on her debut for Manchester City, scoring the opening goal of the match in the 39th minute. The Dutch international had only recently joined the club from German side Bayern Munich, and her goal was a sign of things to come for the team this season.
The goal was set up by a brilliant pass from Caroline Weir, who played a perfectly weighted ball into the box for Roord to finish. The goal put Manchester City ahead 1-0, and they were able to hold on to the lead until half-time.
## 10-Player Manchester City Hold On for Victory
Manchester City were forced to play the second half with 10 players after Lauren Hemp was sent off for a second yellow card in the 44th minute. Despite being a player down, Manchester City were able to keep West Ham at bay and double their lead in the 67th minute through Chloe Kelly.
The goal was set up by a brilliant run from Georgia Stanway, who drove forward before playing a perfect pass to Kelly. Kelly then made no mistake in finishing, slotting the ball past West Ham goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold to make it 2-0.
## Manchester City Start Season With a Win
Manchester City were able to hold on for the victory despite being down to 10 players, with goalkeeper Ellie Roebuck making several crucial saves to keep West Ham at bay. The win was a great start to the season for Manchester City, and they will be hoping to build on this result as they look to challenge for the Women’s Super League title.
If you want to catch up on all the action from the Women’s Super League, you can watch the Women’s Football Show on BBC iPlayer. Available to UK users only.