Debut stunner! Successfull season opening at the Emirates

Arsenal launched their 2025/26 WSL campaign with flair, overturning an early deficit to thump London City Lionesses 4–1 in front of a rousing 38,142-strong crowd at the Emirates. Debutant Olivia Smith stunned fans with a sensational long-range equaliser, before Chloe Kelly, Stina Blackstenius, and Frida Maanum added to the rout—yet London City's seasoned campaign, including Kosovare Asllani’s historic opening penalty, demonstrated they belong among the elite