Renée Slegers says Arsenal are outside the WSL title conversation as she prepares a review of their disappointing start during the international break. Sunday’s 4-2 defeat at Manchester City left the Gunners 10 points behind the leaders after five league matches, despite twice holding the lead at the Etihad. Asked about Arsenal’s title prospects, Slegers […]
Arsenal have suffered another fitness setback after Mariona Caldentey withdrew from Spain’s squad with a hamstring problem following Sunday’s defeat at Manchester City. According to Tom Garry, the midfielder will miss Spain’s upcoming games against the USA, with Liverpool’s Natalia Ramos receiving her first senior call-up in her place. Spanish outlet AS also reports Caldentey’s […]
Alessia Russo opened her WSL account for the season with a superb finish against Manchester City, but Arsenal’s 4-2 defeat overshadowed another encouraging moment for the England striker. Russo curled her effort beyond Ayaka Yamashita shortly after half-time to put the Gunners 2-1 ahead at the Etihad Stadium. It was her second goal in successive […]
Could Arsenal sack Renée Slegers? After a 4-2 defeat at Manchester City left the Gunners with five points from five league matches, it is a legitimate question to examine. The results warrant scrutiny. However, the available reporting does not establish that Arsenal are preparing to dismiss their head coach. Before Sunday’s game, Slegers said she […]
Arsenal Women twice surrendered the lead as Manchester City fought back to win 4-2 at the Etihad Stadium, leaving Renée Slegers’ side 10 points behind the WSL leaders. Lisa Baum and Alessia Russo put the Gunners ahead either side of half-time, but City struck three times after the interval to maintain their perfect league start. […]
Arsenal face renewed competition for Alex Scott, with Chelsea reportedly leading the pursuit of the Bournemouth midfielder following his first England start. Matt Law’s Telegraph report, syndicated by Yahoo Sports, places Chelsea ahead of the other interested clubs after Bournemouth rejected multiple offers during the summer. Liverpool and Arsenal are also named among Scott’s admirers, […]
Arsenal have recalled Anneke Borbe for their Women’s Super League clash with Manchester City, while Steph Catley returns to the matchday squad among the substitutes. Renée Slegers makes one change from Wednesday’s starting XI against Paris FC, with Borbe replacing Misa Rodríguez in goal. The ten outfield players retain their places for the 4.30pm BST […]
Arsenal Women have a potential opportunity against Manchester City on Sunday, but Renée Slegers will need more than an extra recovery day to take advantage. City hosted Real Madrid on Thursday evening, while Arsenal played their Champions League fixture at Paris FC on Wednesday. That gives the Gunners a longer interval between matches before the […]
Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka achieved a senior career first against Croatia by scoring twice with his right foot in the same match. England’s official post-match statistics confirm that the milestone arrived on his 378th appearance across club and international football. It adds another detail to Saka’s two-goal contribution in England’s 7-0 victory, with both finishes […]
Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino scored an 89th-minute goal to secure Spain’s 3-1 victory over Czechia on Saturday, with David Raya and Martin Zubimendi also involved. The substitute struck in Oviedo after the visitors had threatened to undo Spain’s comfortable first-half lead. It ensured Luis de la Fuente’s side maintained their perfect start to the Nations […]
Arsenal are reportedly tracking Borussia Dortmund midfielder Justin Ejodamen, but Barcelona are understood to hold an early advantage in a pursuit also involving Chelsea. TEAMtalk journalist Graeme Bailey reports that the Gunners have been monitoring the 15-year-old and regard him as a prospect with significant long-term potential. The report also names AC Milan and Juventus […]
Arsenal have a specific defensive question to answer before facing Leeds United: who takes responsibility when an opponent finds shooting space outside the penalty area? For Mikel Arteta, the response should begin with the relationship between his midfield and defence. Declan Rice and the players around him need clear instructions about when to close the […]
