Arsenal Beat Man City to Claim Top Spot

Late Blackstenius Goal Secures Victory

Arsenal Women emerged victorious in their highly anticipated clash against Manchester City Women on Sunday, November 5th, 2023, courtesy of a dramatic late winner from Stina Blackstenius. The Gunners, who entered the match level on points with their rivals, seized the opportunity to reclaim top spot in the WSL standings.

Keating's Error Proves Costly

The match took an early turn in Arsenal's favor when Man City defender Khiara Keating gifted the ball to Blackstenius in a dangerous area. The Swedish striker made no mistake, firing past City goalkeeper Karima Taieb to give Arsenal an early advantage.

Man City responded with a sustained period of pressure and eventually managed to level the scores through a header from Lauren James. However, just when it seemed City might snatch a point, Blackstenius struck again in the 89th minute. The towering forward rose highest to meet a cross from Vivianne Miedema, powering the ball into the net to secure Arsenal's hard-fought victory.