Manchester City secured a vital 4-2 victory over Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday, maintaining their flawless record in the 2026/27 Women’s Super League. The win extends City’s unbeaten streak this season, showcasing their dominance in the competition.
Back-and-Forth Battle Before City’s Breakthrough
The match began with intense exchanges, as Arsenal twice took the lead. Lisa Baum opened the scoring in the 43rd minute, capitalizing on a well-executed chance just before halftime. Early in the second half, Alessia Russo restored Arsenal’s advantage following a defensive error from City. However, each of Arsenal’s goals was swiftly answered by the hosts, keeping the contest tightly poised.
Lauren Hemp was instrumental in turning the tide for Manchester City. She first equalized before the interval with a shot that took a fortunate deflection, bringing the score to 1-1. Later, substitute Kerstin Casparij struck from outside the box to level the game again at 2-2, injecting renewed energy into the home side.
From this point onward, the reigning 2025/26 Women’s Super League champions took control. Hemp completed her brace in the 72nd minute with a precise finish inside the far post, putting City ahead for the first time in the match. To seal the victory, forward Khadija Shaw converted a late breakaway opportunity, extending the lead to 4-2 and extinguishing any hopes of an Arsenal comeback.