In a record-breaking Women’s Super League showdown at the Emirates Stadium, Jonas Eidevall’s Arsenal secured a convincing victory with Alessia Russo scoring twice, and Beth Mead and Amanda Ilestedt adding a goal each.
The match drew a record crowd of 59,000. Chelsea had a flurry of hope when they equalized at 1-1 through Johanna Rytting Kaneryd, but Emma Hayes’ team experienced their first defeat of the season in north London.
Beth Mead initiated the scoring in the eighth minute, capitalizing on a well-executed play involving Kim Little and Victoria Pelova.
Arsenal dominated the first half with three quick goals, including Amanda Ilestedt’s first WSL goal from a Steph Catley corner. Alessia Russo compounded Chelsea’s troubles with a spectacular right-footed finish after a dynamic run down the left flank.
The result solidified Arsenal’s control with a 3-1 lead, and they made it 4-1 close to the end, marking a memorable afternoon for Eidevall’s side and a setback for the reigning champions.
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I watched the game sporadically and once ManC game came on my husband wrestled the tv remote away from me
An excellent half time lead but Chelsea improved a lot in the second half. Lauren Reece should have been sent off for cynical foul. Nasty and intended to hurt. Did something very similar at the World Cup. The 4th goal was a very well taken penalty with an excellent crowd to appreciate it