Veerle Buurman’s stunning late strike sealed Chelsea’s place in the FA Cup semifinals as the holders edged Tottenham 2-1 at Kingsmeadow.
The 19-year-old struck with a fierce effort that beat Spurs goalkeeper Lize Kop in the 86th minute, ensuring Sonia Bompastor’s side still have a chance of rescuing a disappointing season.
Eveliina Summanen’s cross earlier deceived Hannah Hampton to get the visitors back on level terms seven minutes into the second half, after Sam Kerr’s header had put the Blues ahead five minutes before the interval.
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