Shaw mentioned after the victory at Wembley that she had been “a bit nervous” about asserting her new deal.
Followers had been via an emotional rollercoaster about her leaving, with Chelsea poised to take benefit.
However after an extended season, wherein Shaw scooped up a number of particular person accolades together with the WSL Participant of the Yr and Golden Boot, she relished getting her fingers on one other piece of silverware.
“To get the double is an efficient feeling,” Shaw mentioned. “I’ve at all times mentioned that Manchester is my residence. It took some time, however we lastly obtained [the contract agreement] achieved.”
At Wembley, her opener was essential, coming after Brighton had dominated the primary half-hour and with Metropolis struggling to get a foothold.
One second – a cross into Shaw within the thirty eighth minute – modified the sport because the Jamaica striker rose highest to loop a header previous goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie.
That killed Brighton’s momentum and captain Alex Greenwood’s strike simply earlier than half-time gave Metropolis a commanding lead.
Jeglertz agreed Shaw’s objective gave his facet “reduction” and her help for Fujino within the second half put Metropolis out of sight. A closing objective from substitute Vivianne Miedema confirmed victory.
Regardless of the noise over the previous month, Shaw has remained their standout performer. She was essential within the closing, was the matchwinner within the semi-finals and completed the WSL season with a double on closing day to succeed in 21 objectives in 22 matches.
“I am very impressed with how she dealt with that [speculation],” mentioned Jeglertz. “She has by no means confirmed any temper that has affected her efficiency.
“After all, she is aware of in regards to the writings. However on the identical time, she has been so skilled, at all times carried out and at all times been a great particular person.”
