It would be wrong to suggest all is well and harmonious at Chelsea despite an important win.

Only on Monday did their their head of women’s football Paul Green leave the club in controversial circumstances after helping them deliver 19 trophies in 13 years – a period spanning all of Emma Hayes’ tenure and Bompastor’s first season in charge.

Before kick‑off, the 2,000‑member Kingsmeadow Supporters’ Club – an offshoot of the main Chelsea Women fans’ group – had organised a protest over the “treatment” of Green.

However, it was rained off, with transport issues also postponing a planned demonstration aimed at the sporting directors of the men’s team, who ultimately oversee women’s football operations.

Bompastor, who extended her contract until 2030, said: “We tried to focus on the game and I think we did well considering everything that happened this week.

“We showed a lot of character and I am proud of the players. I feel the support [from the CEO and sporting directors]. The fact they extended my contract in a period where we were not having good results – it means a lot.”

There were still chants for Green in the 13th minute, with a representative of the new ownership group, Clearlake Capital, watching alongside board member Barbara Charone and women’s team chief executive Aki Mandhar.

Those decision‑makers saw a team built by Green – notably featuring two of his major signings, James and Nusken – making the difference.

Germany international Nusken’s situation remains intriguing as she made only her fourth WSL start and faces an uncertain future this summer.

Chelsea’s discontent is, of course, relative.

While they are nine points behind WSL leaders Manchester City, they remain on track for a Champions League place next season and remain one of the best‑funded clubs.