Soccer-England's James strikes hat-trick in Chelsea's 5-1 WSL win over Liverpool

Soccer Football - Women's Super League - Chelsea v Liverpool - Stamford Bridge, London, Britain - November 18, 2023 Chelsea's Lauren James celebrates scoring their third goal Action Images via Reuters/Matthew Childs/ File Photo

LONDON (Reuters) - England striker Lauren James scored a superb hat-trick and added an assist as Chelsea beat Liverpool 5-1 on Sunday to maintain their 100% winning record and move six points clear atop the Women's Super League.

James, who was not in the starting lineup for Wednesday's 2-2 Champions League draw with Real Madrid, made her presence known early at Stamford Bridge with a goal in the 11th minute.