Match report

Arsenal W 5-2 Tottenham Hotspur W: A. Russo Shines in WSL Clash

Arsenal W
Arsenal W
5–2
FT
Tottenham Hotspur W
Tottenham Hotspur W
Mar 28, 2026

Arsenal W showcased their dominance in the FA WSL with a 5-2 victory over their local rivals Tottenham Hotspur W. A. Russo was a standout performer, netting three goals within the first 27 minutes, while the team capitalized on an own goal from Tottenham's F. Maanum. Despite a late goal from Tottenham’s B. England, Arsenal sealed the win with a goal from S. Blackstenius in the 90th minute.

Key Facts

  • • A. Russo scored 3 goals for Arsenal W at 5', 7', and 27' minutes.
  • • F. Maanum scored an own goal for Tottenham Hotspur W at 20'.
  • • C. Foord and S. Blackstenius also scored for Arsenal W at 61' and 90', respectively.
  • • B. England scored Tottenham Hotspur W's only goal at 78'.
  • • Arsenal W made 5 substitutions, while Tottenham Hotspur W made 5.

Lineups

Arsenal W

Formation: 4-1-4-1

Starting XI

  • 14 D. van Domselaar (G)
  • 31 S. Holmberg (D)
  • 3 C. Wubben-Moy (D)
  • 7 S. Catley (D)
  • 11 K. McCabe (D)
  • 10 K. Little (M)
  • 15 O. Smith (M)
  • 8 M. Caldentey (M)
  • 12 F. Leonhardsen-Maanum (M)
  • 18 C. Kelly (M)
  • 23 A. Russo (F)

Substitutes

  • 13 B. Votikova
  • 28 A. Borbe
  • 19 C. Foord
  • 2 E. Fox
  • 21 V. Pelova
  • 5 L. Codina
  • 25 S. Blackstenius
  • 9 B. Mead
  • 24 T. Hinds

Tottenham Hotspur W

Formation: 3-4-2-1

Starting XI

  • 1 L. Kop (G)
  • 32 T. Koga (D)
  • 5 M. Bartrip (D)
  • 6 A. Nilden (D)
  • 22 H. Wijk (M)
  • 8 S. Gaupset
  • 24 D. Spence (M)
  • 13 M. Vinberg (M)
  • 23 M. Hamano (F)
  • 11 O. Holdt (F)
  • 19 C. Tandberg (F)

Substitutes

  • 27 E. Heeps
  • 20 O. Ahtinen
  • 25 E. Summanen
  • 12 J. Rybrink
  • 41 J. Blakstad
  • 14 M. Nilden
  • 30 A. Dennis
  • 9 B. England
  • 18 L. Gunning Williams

Timeline

  1. Arsenal W
    5' Arsenal W Goal · Normal Goal
    A. Russo · Assist: K. McCabe
  2. Arsenal W
    7' Arsenal W Goal · Normal Goal
    A. Russo · Assist: O. Smith
  3. Tottenham Hotspur W
    20' Tottenham Hotspur W Goal · Own Goal
    F. Maanum
  4. Arsenal W
    27' Arsenal W Goal · Normal Goal
    A. Russo
  5. Tottenham Hotspur W
    38' Tottenham Hotspur W Card · Yellow Card
    A. Nildén

    Foul

  6. Arsenal W
    46' Arsenal W subst · Substitution 1
    Off: O. Smith · On: C. Foord
  7. Arsenal W
    57' Arsenal W subst · Substitution 2
    Off: A. Russo · On: S. Blackstenius
  8. Arsenal W
    57' Arsenal W subst · Substitution 3
    Off: C. Kelly · On: B. Mead
  9. Tottenham Hotspur W
    61' Tottenham Hotspur W subst · Substitution 1
    Off: O. Holdt · On: Julie Blakstad
  10. Arsenal W
    61' Arsenal W Goal · Normal Goal
    C. Foord · Assist: Smilla Holmberg
  11. Arsenal W
    68' Arsenal W subst · Substitution 4
    Off: Mariona Caldentey · On: V. Pelova
  12. Tottenham Hotspur W
    71' Tottenham Hotspur W subst · Substitution 2
    Off: M. Hamano · On: E. Summanen
  13. Tottenham Hotspur W
    71' Tottenham Hotspur W subst · Substitution 3
    Off: C. Tandberg · On: B. England
  14. Tottenham Hotspur W
    78' Tottenham Hotspur W Goal · Normal Goal
    B. England · Assist: M. Vinberg
  15. Tottenham Hotspur W
    86' Tottenham Hotspur W subst · Substitution 4
    Off: D. Spence · On: O. Ahtinen
  16. Tottenham Hotspur W
    86' Tottenham Hotspur W subst · Substitution 5
    Off: Hanna Wijk · On: L. Gunning Williams
  17. Arsenal W
    87' Arsenal W subst · Substitution 5
    Off: K. Little · On: Laia Codina
  18. Arsenal W
    90'+1 Arsenal W Card · Yellow Card
    D. van Domselaar

    Time wasting

  19. Arsenal W
    90' Arsenal W Goal · Normal Goal
    S. Blackstenius · Assist: V. Pelova

Match Stats

Stat Arsenal W Tottenham Hotspur W
Fouls 5 15
Pass Accuracy 83% 85%
Offsides 2 2
Red Cards — —
Total Shots 16 8
Corners 7 5
Total Passes 437 453
Yellow Cards 2 1
Blocked Shots 6 2
Shots on Target 8 3
xG — —
Shots off Target 2 3
Possession 49% 51%
Goals Prevented — —
Accurate Passes 364 384
Shots Inside Box 9 7
Saves 2 3
Shots Outside Box 7 1

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ Arsenal W's lightning start with three quick goals within the first 27 minutes set the tone for the match.
  • ▸ Tottenham Hotspur W's own goal at 20' further solidified Arsenal's lead and dampened Tottenham's morale.
  • ▸ S. Blackstenius' late goal in the 90th minute sealed Arsenal W's victory, ensuring they maintained their lead despite Tottenham's late push.