Late Caldentey penalty gives Arsenal narrow Champions League win
Mariona Caldentey scored from the penalty spot in the 93rd minute to give Arsenal victory over HB Køge in their Champions League opener. The Guardian reports that Arsenal dominated chances but were wasteful in front of goal.
Mariona Caldentey scored a 93rd-minute penalty to give Arsenal a narrow victory over HB Køge in their Champions League opener, The Guardian reports. The late spot-kick brought relief to Arsenal supporters at Meadow Park after the ball reached the net in stoppage time. The result secured a winning start, but the performance left concerns about the team’s finishing.
The Guardian described Arsenal as highly wasteful in front of goal and said the match raised more questions than answers for the struggling side. The report also pointed to the visible frustration of manager Renée Slegers at the final whistle. Arsenal’s narrow success came despite sustained pressure and repeated missed opportunities.
HB Køge remained in contention until Caldentey converted the late penalty, leaving Arsenal with the result but not a convincing attacking display.
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