The London derby, which took place at the Emirates in front of more than 50,000 spectators, ended in a draw. However, the match was accompanied by controversy after Stina Blackstenius's goal was controversially disallowed.
- Chelsea took the lead early on in the 9th minute, with Alyssa Thompson scoring via a delicate chip over the goalkeeper. It was her first WSL goal after hersummer transfer from NWSL.
- Arsenal came back into the game and in the 87th minute struck through Alessia Russo to level the score.
- The match featured two controversial disallowed goals for Arsenal: one by Stina Blackstenius in the 54th minute ruled out for handball (though replay suggested minimal contact), and another by Frida Maanum in injury time flagged offside.
- The result means Chelsea remain top of the league table, while Arsenal stay in contention but have a gap to close.
- Post-match reaction was dominated by frustration from Arsenal’s side, particularly regarding the officiating and lack of VAR intervention in key decisions.
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