Cliftonville Ladies held off a spirited challenge from Lisburn Rangers to secure a 3-1 victory at Crewe Park on Saturday evening.
The visitors took an early lead through Katie O'Neill, who struck in the 24th minute with a precise finish that put them ahead before half-time.
Rangers responded with determination in the second period, but their efforts were insufficient to overcome the home side's clinical finishing.
A goal by Sarah Flynn in the 68th minute restored Cliftonville's two-goal advantage, leaving the Blues firmly in control for the final ten minutes.
Lisburn Rangers managed a consolation effort through Emma Doyle in stoppage time, yet it was not enough to prevent defeat.
The result maintains Cliftonville Ladies at the summit of the Women's Premiership standings with 32 points from thirteen fixtures.
Rangers remain fourth on the table with twenty-eight points after fourteen games played.
Cliftonville Ladies face Linfield Women at the Brandywell next Saturday, while Lisburn Rangers travel to Crewe Park to meet Glentoran Women on Sunday.