Arsenal boss Renee Slegers has a number of selection dilemmas. This proves that key attackers Alessia Russo and Chloe Kelly, as well as goalkeeper Daphne van Domselaar, are hit by punches during the international break. Moreover, they are a touch and go to play with in the game. Even more encouraging is that defender Lotte Wubben-Moy is in training and is “indeed making great progress”.
Despite the injury problems, the Gunners depth looks threatening. One of the predicted formations contains a strong edge. Thich could include Beth Mead, who has the best conversion rate in the WSL. There is also Frida Maanum, who scored the winner in the previous match against Leicester.
A season of contrasting momentum
Both clubs go into this match with very different momentum. Current UEFA Women’s Championship champions Arsenal have made a difficult start to their domestic season. They are currently five points behind their domestic rivals, the current Irish league and English league leaders Chelsea. Arsenal were on a four-match winless streak, their first since 2022, just before the international break. But Arsenal managed to break that streak thanks to victories over Brighton and Benfica.
In contrast, Leicester City under manager Amadine Miquel has shown signs of life recently with no defeat in their last two games, a draw against Tottenham and a win over Brighton. Nevertheless, their record has been one of the Foxes’ most obvious vices. They have not won any of their recent 14 WSL away games.
Key players and tactical battles
Gunners want to secure a crucial away win, they must address two key issues that have plagued their early season:
Improvement of services to Alessia Russo: The England striker has been denied quality opportunities all season. However, she ranked 31st in WSL in terms of shots on target per 90 minutes. The team’s final ball, especially in the wide positions, should be more consistent, allowing her to take advantage of her better movement in the penalty area.
Reduce unnecessary expenses: The team is struggling with mistakes when passing from the back, which is exacerbated by the fact that the ball-playing defender, Leah Williamson, is not there. Manager Slegers has now taken a more pragmatic build-up, which has already seen him keep two clean sheets and this would be crucial in keeping the Leicester press under control.
The author’s opinion
The ultimate expectation is that Arsenal will leave the King Power Stadium with the three points and thus continue the streak against Leicester. Nevertheless, they must overcome their recent form and injury problems to overcome a difficult away fixture and remain at the top of the WSL table.
As stated on GoonerNews.com
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