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Shaw Hits Fastest WSL Hat‑trick as Man City Edge Closer to Title

Shaw completed a hat-trick in 13 minutes, extending her season tally to 18 goals and setting a new WSL record for fastest hat-trick, surpassing Kelly Smith's 2016 mark.

  • On Saturday, Mar 21, 2026, Khadija 'Bunny' Shaw scored the fastest hat-trick in Women's Super League history as Manchester City beat Tottenham 5-2 at the Joie Stadium, completing it inside 13 minutes.
  • From set pieces and quick reactions, City built their lead as Shaw scored twice from Alex Greenwood's corner and the edge of the six-yard box, while Kerolin and Amanda Nilden's own goal extended the advantage before half-time.
  • Statistically, Shaw's treble extended her Women's Super League record to eight hat-tricks and pushed her season tally to 18 goals, surpassing Kelly Smith's previous fastest mark.
  • With the win, Manchester City sit top on 46 points from 18 matches, eight clear of Manchester United, shifting the title race and qualification picture as Chelsea slipped to third.
  • Arsenal strengthened their bid when Stina Blackstenius scored early, securing a 5-0 win over West Ham United that cut their gap to the top three Champions League places to two points.
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Shaw hits fastest WSL hat‑trick as Man City edge closer to title

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