Bristol were in control for the majority of the game, though they were unable to create any clear-cut scoring opportunities in the early stages.Natalia doubled the lead two minutes later, the Spaniard running at the defence then striking home a 12-yard shot for her fifth goal of the season.The first on-target goal attempt came at the other end, Brazilian midfielder Ester Dos Santos forcing goalkeeper Siobhan Chamberlain into a 34th-minute save.And a third goal almost arrived in the 67th minute as midfielder Lucy Staniforth smashed a 25-yard drive against the crossbar.But the home side were quickly back on top, and three minutes before half-time striker Natasha Harding's 18-yard shot was well saved by keeper Shannon Lynn.Chelsea attempted in vain to fight back as Bristol maintained their grip right to the end of an entertaining game.Academy then started the second half at a blistering pace and went ahead when Rose headed in captain Corinne Yorston's inswinging 48th-minute corner.
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