Beth Mead fires Arsenal past Twente to book place in WCL knockout stage

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has expressed concerns that the team's pursuit of trophies this season may be jeopardized by a troubling cycle of injuries, exacerbated by a demanding fixture schedule. Key players, including Declan Rice, who is sidelined due to illness, and others like Leandro Trossard and William Saliba, are unavailable for upcoming matches, including the Champions League clash against Club Brugge.

Everton ended Chelsea's remarkable unbeaten streak in the Women's Super League (WSL) with a 1-0 victory at Kingsmeadow, thanks to a decisive goal from Honoka Hayashi. This defeat marks Chelsea's first league loss since May 2024 and Sonia Bompastor's first as manager after an impressive tenure. The match was discussed in the Women’s Football Weekly podcast featuring Faye Carruthers, Suzy Wrack, Marva Kreel, and Rich Laverty.

Arsenal has officially registered Gabriel Jesus for their Champions League squad following an injury to Max Dowman, making him eligible to play against Club Brugge. This decision comes after earlier reports suggested otherwise, highlighting the club's proactive approach in managing their roster amid injury challenges.

Arsenal has received a significant boost ahead of their final Champions League group stage match with the news that defender William Saliba will be ready to return to full fitness. His recovery comes after a brief period of injury concern, which had left the team anxious about their defensive lineup.

Mohamed Salah's recent interview has ignited controversy as he expressed feeling scapegoated by Liverpool amid the team's struggles, coinciding with Arsenal's late defeat to Aston Villa in the Premier League, which ended 1-0. The discussion highlights Liverpool's ongoing issues, including a chaotic 3-3 draw with Leeds where they squandered a late lead.

Mohamed Salah's recent interview has stirred controversy as he expressed feeling scapegoated by Liverpool for the team's struggles, coinciding with Arsenal's disappointing late defeat to Aston Villa in the Premier League. The match ended 1-0, highlighting Arsenal's ongoing defensive issues.

Arsenal faced Aston Villa in a Premier League match, suffering a 1-0 defeat due to a late goal from Emiliano Buendía. The loss highlighted Arsenal's ongoing struggles with defensive injuries, as they fielded a squad lacking sufficient center-back options, relying on a 16-year-old substitute. This defeat follows a recent victory over Brentford, where Arsenal managed to secure a clean sheet despite injury concerns.