Dominant in the game on Sunday afternoon, Arsenal turned the situation around against OL Lyonnes with a 2-1 victory. However, the Gunners expect a return match of a different caliber from their opponents.
From our special correspondent in London.
For years, FC Barcelona has been established as the rival of OL Lyonnes. But Arsenal now poses as a serious candidate or rather as a serious beast. Sunday, the Gunners once again thwarted the Fenottes (2-1) and were able to turn around a poorly started situation in the first period. Despite London’s domination, it was the Lyonnaises who took the lead at half-time thanks to Jule Brand. Everything except a surprise from Renée Slegersaware that “this match was going to be complicated, against a very strong opponent”.
However, supported by more than 25,000 spectators and a certainly stimulating speech at the break, Arsenal managed to get back into the match and even take the lead ten minutes from the end. Two achievements for which we cannot hide the responsibility of the Lyonnaises, but the Dutch coach did not want to blame Christiane Endler, judging that “It wasn’t all success. On the first goal, it’s difficult for a goalkeeper because the ball goes in front and there are players running.” On the second, there is good pressing from us“.
With a one-goal advantage, Arsenal have “wanted to enjoy playing at the Emirates” to gain an advantage. A short but valuable climb before heading to Décines this Saturday, May 2 for the return leg. In the London ranks, we certainly don’t want to think that mass has been said. “It’s only halftime”recalled Renée Slegers. 90 minutes or more to change everything for OL Lyonnes.
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