City sealed two valuable points from the opening game of the Continental Cup group stage…

City sealed two valuable points from the opening game of the Continental Cup group stage…

The Blues secured one point after a goalless draw against Birmingham and a further in a thrilling penalty shoot-out.

Successful shots from Steph Houghton, Jen Beattie, Abbie McManus, Caroline Weir and Nikita Parris as well as a crucial save from Karen Bardsley saw City secure a 5-4 win on penalties.

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