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Manchester City edge Arsenal in five-goal thriller to secure second place

Iman Beney’s late winner and Kerstin Casparij’s standout display sealed a thrilling WSL win for City over Arsenal.

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Ailsa Cowen
Oct 04, 2025
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Mirroring the ever-changing wind, rain and sunshine that swept across the pitch, Manchester City secured a vital three points in the Women’s Super League title race with a dramatic 3-2 victory over rivals Arsenal, pushing Andrée Jeglertz’s side into second place.

The match, which promised goals from the start, certainly delivered, wit…

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