Lauren James shines in Chelsea's crushing victory over Arsenal, inspired by Phil Foden's celebratory style. With a pivotal role in the win, James's standout performance propels Chelsea to a commanding lead in the WSL, setting the stage for an exciting battle for the Golden Boot.
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The Foden-Inspired Celebration
Lauren James showcased her brilliance in Chelsea's decisive win against Arsenal and revealed that her celebration was a nod to Manchester City's Phil Foden.
After scoring in the 15th minute and setting the tone for the match, James acknowledged Foden's influence on her celebratory style.
"I just do whatever is in the moment! Phil Foden has been doing it at the moment so I think that celebration came to my head," She told Sky Sports.
Dominating Performance and Title Prospects
James's exceptional performance at Stamford Bridge highlighted her talent, as Chelsea secured a commanding 3-0 lead by halftime.
With a brace from Sjoeke Nusken and one from James herself, Chelsea's victory not only crushed Arsenal's title hopes but also propelled them six points clear at the top of the WSL table.
Speaking about her performance, and specifically the 'free role' she took on in the game, she said, ": "I think everyone loves me to have freedom but those behind me make sure I’m doing my job defensively and if I’m doing my job defensively, they say: ‘Do what you want’."
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