Arsenal relieve pressure with Spurs win - can they kick on now?
Arsenal secured a 2-1 victory over Tottenham in the Women's Super League, marking their first win in six matches. The result provides much-needed relief for manager Renee Slegers and the team following a difficult start to their campaign.
Why it matters
The win serves as a potential turning point for a high-profile club struggling with form and internal pressure.
Figure caption, Highlights: Arsenal come from behind to beat rivals Tottenham in the WSL
BBC Sport women’s football news reporter at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Published 50 minutes ago Arsenal's victory over Tottenham on Saturday meant more than usual.
It was not just a win against their rivals at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, but a first in six Women's Super League matches and a huge release of pressure.
Upon hearing the final whistle, confirming their 2-1 success , Arsenal's players ran towards their supporters in the away end to celebrate passionately.
It was a visible show of emotion, a moment of relief and a sense things could finally be turning in their favour after a disappointing WSL start where they had beaten only Brighton.
Could it now be the catalyst to repair a campaign that looked to have been derailed in just two months.
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