Arsenal faced a challenging match against Liverpool’s robust defense until Olivia Smith, the women’s football’s first £1m player, ignited the game. Her exceptional solo effort, including dribbling past former teammates and scoring from distance, broke the deadlock and earned her player of the match in Arsenal’s 2-1 WSL win.
Manager Renee Slegers confirmed Smith’s return to full fitness, praising her freedom of movement and versatility on the pitch. Smith’s impact, described by pundits as a ‘talent who can create magic,’ suggests much more to come from the young player who is now enjoying her game injury-free.