Stina Blackstenius scored an 87th-minute winner, securing Arsenal a 2-1 victory over Liverpool at the Emirates. Olivia Smith opened the scoring for the Gunners, but Beata Olsson equalized for Liverpool before halftime. The win elevates Arsenal to fourth in the Women’s Super League standings.
Arsenal dominated the second half, restricting Liverpool to no shots. Despite missed chances from Russo and Foord, Blackstenius clinched the win. Beata Olsson’s goal marked a WSL first, making her the inaugural player to net in four of her initial five starts.